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sardonic: adjective definition: characterized by bitter ridicule skeptically humorous mocking, cynical, or sneering

sardonic pronunciation: sahr-don-ik

sardonic related forms: noun sardonicism adverb sardonically

sardonic synonyms scornful mocking sarcastic ironic derisive satirical cynical mordant caustic scathing

sardonic The Joker has a sardonic grin.

sardonic sardonic reflection of human nature. Like many cartoons, Pogo provides a sardonic reflection of human nature.

sardonic Mr. DiLeo’s students are drawn to his engaging instructional style, his intelligence, and his sardonic wit.

sardonicism In Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Darcy is known for his sardonicism.

sardonically Many cartoons make their point sardonically.

sardonicism In many of his movies, Jack Nicholson is recognized for his sardonicism.

sardonically sardonically. Dr. House speaks to his colleagues and patients sardonically.