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sardonic

The correct spelling is sardonic.

How to pronounce sardonic

/saːˈdɔnɪk/
adjective

IPA: /saːˈdɔnɪk/

Say it like: Sar-don-ic

The correct spelling is sardonic. Scornfully mocking or cynical. For example: "He distances himself from people with his nasty, sardonic laughter."

Usage Examples

He distances himself from people with his nasty, sardonic laughter.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Scornfully mocking or cynical.
  2. 2.Disdainfully or ironically humorous.

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