English / word
sardonic
adjective C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Grimly mocking or cynical.
In context
01
A sardonic smile appeared on his face as he listened to the politician’s speech.
02
She gave him a sardonic smile after hearing his excuse.
Synonyms
scornful,cynical,mocking
Antonyms
genuine,sincere
Collocations
sardonic smile,sardonic laughter,sardonic grin