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"We see a trace of this same expression [the sneer] in what is called a derisive or sardonic smile." - Charles Darwin, Emotions
"The knight meanwhile darted a sardonic look on his nephew." Walter Scott, Woodstock
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The general meaning of the word is contempt, derision, ridicule, grim or cynical humour.
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How can you use sardonic in a sentence?
Great satirists save their most sardonic wit for the greedy, the corrupt, and the hypocritical.
Can you use sardonic in a sentence?
The man had a sardonic grin on his face. Professor Snape had a sardonic smirk on his face after Harry melted his cauldron.
How do you use the word sardonic in a sentence?
Sardonically is the adverb form of sardonic, an adjective meaning derisive mocking, cynical and bitter. To do something sardonically would mean scornfully or sarcastically. Example sentence: He sardonically thanked the customer service rep who could not provide satisfaction.
Is there a sentence for sardonic?
Some people think he's a brilliant comic, while others find his sardonic sense of humor to be unnecessarily cruel, and his overall bleak outlook on life more depressing than funny.
What are sentences for sardonic?
His sardonic wit made him a lot of enemies.
When was Sardonic Wrath created?
Sardonic Wrath was created on 2004-09-06.
What is the meaning of sardonic wit?
It is a form of humour that is bitter or scornful. A sardonic grin or laughter for example
What rhymes with rabbinic?
sardonic, satanic,
The face of the man looking through the window which was cruel and sardonic startled Tim?
Tim was startled by the man's cruel and sardonic expression as he looked through the window.
What are some examples of unfamiliar words with their meanings and use it in a sentence?
Serendipity - the occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. Example: "She met her soulmate through a serendipitous encounter at the farmer's market." Sardonic - grimly mocking or cynical. Example: "His sardonic sense of humor often left people unsure if he was joking or being serious." Mellifluous - pleasingly smooth and musical to hear. Example: "The singer's mellifluous voice captivated the audience and brought tears to their eyes."
What is the difference between sarcastic and sardonic?
Sarcasm involves using irony to mock or convey contempt. Sardonic, on the other hand, is more bitter or scornful in tone, often masking a darker, more cynical attitude. Both can be used as forms of humor or criticism, but sardonic tends to have a harsher edge.
What is wryness?
"Wryness" is the state or condition of being wry - dryly humorous or sardonic.
