Usage Note
Sarcasme refers to a biting, ironic remark intended to mock — often used in the plural (des sarcasmes) for a series of cutting comments. The adjective is sarcastique. French distinguishes ironie (gentle, playful) from sarcasme (sharp, wounding), though the two often overlap in practice.
Examples
"Il a répondu avec un sarcasme cinglant."
Natural Translation
He replied with a biting sarcasm.

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