Word to describe a sarcastic, condescending tone/remark
I'm struggling to find the most appropriate word to describe the following type of remark (italicized), or the tone behind it:
"I wish I could talk to him right now..."
"There's this great thing called a telephone that allows you to talk to people, even if they're not in the same room. You should try it."
Is there a term for this type of remark/tone that is more specific than "sarcastic"? Something that also implies condescension?
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asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
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I'm struggling to find the most appropriate word to describe the following type of remark (italicized), or the tone behind it:
"I wish I could talk to him right now..."
"There's this great thing called a telephone that allows you to talk to people, even if they're not in the same room. You should try it."
Is there a term for this type of remark/tone that is more specific than "sarcastic"? Something that also implies condescension?
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asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
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Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36
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I'm struggling to find the most appropriate word to describe the following type of remark (italicized), or the tone behind it:
"I wish I could talk to him right now..."
"There's this great thing called a telephone that allows you to talk to people, even if they're not in the same room. You should try it."
Is there a term for this type of remark/tone that is more specific than "sarcastic"? Something that also implies condescension?
single-word-requests connotation tone
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
1064
I'm struggling to find the most appropriate word to describe the following type of remark (italicized), or the tone behind it:
"I wish I could talk to him right now..."
"There's this great thing called a telephone that allows you to talk to people, even if they're not in the same room. You should try it."
Is there a term for this type of remark/tone that is more specific than "sarcastic"? Something that also implies condescension?
single-word-requests connotation tone
single-word-requests connotation tone
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
1064
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
1064
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
1064
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
1064
asked Mar 8 '16 at 21:59
pushashapushasha
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1064
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Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36
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Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36
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Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36
Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36
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I submit snide.
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
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I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
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I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
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Perhaps "caustic," which means "sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way."
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A common word these days is snarky.
sarcastic, impertinent, or irreverent in tone or manner
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
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This can be called patronizing
Patronizing - treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
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Wow those last 2 comments seemed to be patronizing and condescending. The reply seemed to sardonic or acerbic.
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Irrespective of tone, such a comment sounds like condescending sarcasm, as mentioned in one of the comments.
condescending - If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
Examples of condescending sarcasm:
- Oh, congratulations. You've pressed the elevator button twice after it's been pressed. I'm sure it will hurry down now.
- Oh, thank you. It sounds like a very good idea. In fact, my son is always suggesting we try it.
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How about sardonic? From the definition at Dictionary.com:
sardonic adjective 1. characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering
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Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
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I submit snide.
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
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I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
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I submit snide.
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
1
I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
add a comment |
I submit snide.
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
I submit snide.
derogatory or mocking in an indirect way.
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:11
John CliffordJohn Clifford
6,57612141
6,57612141
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
1
I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
add a comment |
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
1
I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
I never knew exactly what a "snide remark" was until now. Thank you!
– pushasha
Mar 8 '16 at 22:46
1
1
I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
I think the remark is too directly condescending to be regarded as snide. The latter seems to me to suggest a partly hidden, or underhand insult, where the sting is delayed.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:56
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
@WS2 I wouldn't say it's directly condescending as such. Taken literally it's helpful advice. The fact that the statement is meant to be condescending via being completely obvious doesn't make it direct condescension, but that is of course just my opinion.
– John Clifford
Mar 8 '16 at 23:08
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Perhaps "caustic," which means "sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way."
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Perhaps "caustic," which means "sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way."
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Perhaps "caustic," which means "sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way."
Perhaps "caustic," which means "sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way."
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A common word these days is snarky.
sarcastic, impertinent, or irreverent in tone or manner
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
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A common word these days is snarky.
sarcastic, impertinent, or irreverent in tone or manner
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
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A common word these days is snarky.
sarcastic, impertinent, or irreverent in tone or manner
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
9,7901529
A common word these days is snarky.
sarcastic, impertinent, or irreverent in tone or manner
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
9,7901529
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
9,7901529
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
BarmarBarmar
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answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:28
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This can be called patronizing
Patronizing - treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
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This can be called patronizing
Patronizing - treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
1,0851520
add a comment |
This can be called patronizing
Patronizing - treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
1,0851520
This can be called patronizing
Patronizing - treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
1,0851520
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
1,0851520
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
1,0851520
answered Mar 8 '16 at 22:38
JonJon
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1,0851520
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Wow those last 2 comments seemed to be patronizing and condescending. The reply seemed to sardonic or acerbic.
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Wow those last 2 comments seemed to be patronizing and condescending. The reply seemed to sardonic or acerbic.
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Wow those last 2 comments seemed to be patronizing and condescending. The reply seemed to sardonic or acerbic.
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Wow those last 2 comments seemed to be patronizing and condescending. The reply seemed to sardonic or acerbic.
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Irrespective of tone, such a comment sounds like condescending sarcasm, as mentioned in one of the comments.
condescending - If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
Examples of condescending sarcasm:
- Oh, congratulations. You've pressed the elevator button twice after it's been pressed. I'm sure it will hurry down now.
- Oh, thank you. It sounds like a very good idea. In fact, my son is always suggesting we try it.
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Irrespective of tone, such a comment sounds like condescending sarcasm, as mentioned in one of the comments.
condescending - If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
Examples of condescending sarcasm:
- Oh, congratulations. You've pressed the elevator button twice after it's been pressed. I'm sure it will hurry down now.
- Oh, thank you. It sounds like a very good idea. In fact, my son is always suggesting we try it.
answered 1 hour ago
CentaurusCentaurus
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Irrespective of tone, such a comment sounds like condescending sarcasm, as mentioned in one of the comments.
condescending - If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
Examples of condescending sarcasm:
- Oh, congratulations. You've pressed the elevator button twice after it's been pressed. I'm sure it will hurry down now.
- Oh, thank you. It sounds like a very good idea. In fact, my son is always suggesting we try it.
answered 1 hour ago
CentaurusCentaurus
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Irrespective of tone, such a comment sounds like condescending sarcasm, as mentioned in one of the comments.
condescending - If you say that someone is condescending, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they talk or behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people.
Examples of condescending sarcasm:
- Oh, congratulations. You've pressed the elevator button twice after it's been pressed. I'm sure it will hurry down now.
- Oh, thank you. It sounds like a very good idea. In fact, my son is always suggesting we try it.
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How about sardonic? From the definition at Dictionary.com:
sardonic adjective 1. characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering
edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
riotae Xriotae X
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I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
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How about sardonic? From the definition at Dictionary.com:
sardonic adjective 1. characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering
edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
114k20246506
answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
riotae Xriotae X
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I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
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How about sardonic? From the definition at Dictionary.com:
sardonic adjective 1. characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering
edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
riotae Xriotae X
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How about sardonic? From the definition at Dictionary.com:
sardonic adjective 1. characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering
edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
riotae Xriotae X
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edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
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edited Mar 9 '16 at 2:49
Sven Yargs
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Sven Yargs
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
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answered Mar 9 '16 at 1:58
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I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
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I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
I added a citation and link to the language that you quoted as the definition of sardonic, and I formatted it as a block quote. I'm pretty sure that the reason this answer received a downvote is that you did none of those things before submitting it. In future answers at the site, please provide citations (and links, if possible) to language that you are quoting from elsewhere. Thanks!
– Sven Yargs
Mar 9 '16 at 2:52
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
mmm I see, the things a person learns...
– riotae X
Mar 16 '16 at 1:14
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Anything wrong with condescending - it seems to fit quite well to me.
– WS2
Mar 8 '16 at 22:36