sarcasm

=**Sarcasm-**=

(noun)
From the Greek meaning “to tear from flesh,” sarcasm involves bitter; caustic language that is meant to hurt or ridicule someone or something. It may use irony as a device, but not all ironic statements are sarcastic (that is, intended to ridicule). When well done, sarcasm can be witty and insightful; when poorly done, it is simply cruel.

**Literary Examples**
"The war was a magnificent success," she said. "Every bombing, every casualty, liberals complain about." http://www.collegian.psu.edu/archive/2004/04/04-16-04tdc/04-16-04dnews-09.asp A women is making a speak and the War on Terror and the 2004 elections. She is being sarcarsic by saying that the war is going great and is a success when actually the country ig going no where. It is a very serious topic but she tries to lighten up the mood with sarcasm. This can only occur because her audience is knows many facts on the subject and can find the joke in the speech.

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**Using Sarcasm**
When using Sarcasm make sure you are testing your new skill on a gulible person like Hannah Butler. This will result in more laughter and better results.



Attributions
"Sarcasm." Definition of Sarcasm. Merriam Webster Online Dictionary. 28 Sep 2007 .

Colella, Kristin. "Coulter uses humor, sarcasm in speech." Coulter uses humor, sarcasm in speech. 16 April 2004. The Daily Collegian Online. 28 Sep 2007 .


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