GRE Word List

SARCASM

a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain

The meaning of the word sarcasm is a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain.

Random words

WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
markedhaving an identifying mark
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
meddlesomegiven to meddling
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
maritalof or relating to marriage or the married state
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon