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US/sɑːrˈkæs.tɪ.kəl.i/
UK/sɑːˈkæs.tɪ.kəl.i/
in a way that says the opposite of what you mean, in order to mock or hurt someone
In context
"Great job," he said sarcastically, looking at the broken window.
She laughed sarcastically when he promised to arrive on time.
He sarcastically thanked the waiter for the cold soup.
Words that go with sarcastically
verb + adverb
- say sarcastically"Nice weather," she said sarcastically, as the rain poured down.
- reply sarcasticallyHe replied sarcastically that he had never been so happy.
- laugh sarcasticallyThe crowd laughed sarcastically at the minister's excuse.
- remark sarcasticallyShe remarked sarcastically that the meeting was "so exciting".
- comment sarcasticallyFans commented sarcastically on the team's latest defeat.
- speak sarcasticallyHe tends to speak sarcastically when he is tired.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He said sarcastic.Correct: He said sarcastically.