# sarcastically

/sɑɹˈkæstɪkɫi/ (US) · /sɑːkˈɑːstɪkli/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sarcastically
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

to say something in a way that is not serious and is meant to be funny or to show you do not believe what you are saying.

For teachers: in a manner that is intentionally ironic or mocking, often to express a lack of sincerity or to convey a negative attitude.

## Examples

- He thanked me sarcastically for my help.
- She responded to the bad news with a sarcastically cheerful comment to hide her frustration.
- The politician's sarcastically dismissive remarks regarding the economic crisis were intended to undermine his opponent's credibility, though they only served to alienate the very voters he hoped to win over.

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