sardonicism

/sɑrˈdɑnɪsɪzəm/
noun
  1. A mocking or cynical attitude or remark, often expressed in a bitter or scornful way.
    • His sardonicism made it hard to tell if he was joking or serious.
    • She responded with sardonicism, saying she was 'thrilled' to work late again.
    • The critic's review was full of sardonicism, dismissing the film as a waste of time.
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