Synonyms for Sardonic & Similar Words
Definition of sardonic
- adjective
- disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking; "his rebellion is the bitter, sardonic laughter of all great satirists"- Frank Schoenberner; "a wry pleasure to be...reminded of all that one is missing"- Irwin Edman
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Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like sarcastic, wry can replace "sardonic" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"he had a very dry sardonic"
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- What are synonyms for sardonic?
- Synonyms for sardonic include: sarcastic, wry.
- How many synonyms does sardonic have?
- Sardonic has 2 synonyms.