GRE Word List

SARDONIC

disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking

The meaning of the word sardonic is disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking.

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WordMeaning
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
restitutionan act of restoring or a condition of being restored: such as
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
savorthe taste or smell of something
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
affirmationthe act of affirming
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
verbatimin the exact words : word for word
functionaryone who serves in a certain function