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
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
concomitantaccompanying especially in a subordinate or incidental way
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
negateto deny the existence or truth of
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
purportedreputed