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.

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WordMeaning
douseto plunge into water
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
amnesialoss of memory due usually to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
groovea long narrow channel or depression
begetto procreate as the father : sire