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Sardonic

adjective/sar-DON-ik/

Meaning

grimly mocking or cynical.

In context

His sardonic humor was not appreciated by everyone.

Remember it

SARcastic + ironic vibes — sardonic humour mocks the world with a grim little smirk.

Use it well

Pairs with humour, smile, remark: a sardonic grin — dry, world-weary mockery, darker than playful teasing.