Sarcasm

Sarcasm is the ultimate art form of wit and snark. It’s the use of words to mean the opposite of what is said, often to deliver a biting comment with a comedic twist. Think of it as verbal irony, except with a little extra edge. For example, if someone says, “I’m so excited for this project,” but they don’t look very enthused, that person is likely being sarcastic. Or if someone is asked how their day is going and they respond with, “It’s just great,” they’re probably being sarcastic. It’s been said that sarcasm is the lowest form of wit, but research has actually shown that people who use it tend to be more intelligent and better communicators. Here’s a fun fact: A study from the University of Oxford found that people are more likely to laugh at sarcastic statements than literal ones. So the next time you’re feeling funny, why not try your hand at some sarcasm?