Words For Irony

noun a sharp, bitter, or cutting expression or remark; a form of verbal irony in which a person says the opposite of what they really mean in order to mock or insult someone

adjective sarcastic (characterized by sarcasm; mocking, contemptuous, or ironic in tone)

• The use of sarcasm in academic writing is generally discouraged.
• Oh sure, because sarcasm always goes over so well in text messages.
• Nice one, Captain Sarcasm.
• His words dripped with sarcasm as he delivered the backhanded compliment.

noun a sarcastic remark or gesture that is meant to be humorous, but often comes across as harsh or mocking

• The speaker's use of sarchasm in their presentation went over the heads of most audience members.
• I love using sarchasm with my friends because we all understand each other's humor.
• Sarchasm is my favorite type of humor - it's so sarcastic and witty!
• Her sarchasm cut through the tension in the room, making everyone laugh.