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Sarcastically

usgb/sɑːrˈkæstɪkli/Volume
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Opposite Meaning

Used when the literal meaning of the words is the opposite of the intended message.

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After tripping, she said sarcastically, 'Well, that was graceful.'
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Verbal Irony

Often synonymous with verbal irony, where the speaker's intended meaning differs from the words.

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Looking at the pouring rain, he said sarcastically, 'What lovely weather for a picnic!'
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Tone of Voice

Tone or intonation often indicates sarcasm more than the actual words spoken.

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'Oh, fantastic,' she said sarcastically as her phone battery died.
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