caustic remark
noun
Simple meaning
Witty language used to convey insults or scorn.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
kahstihkrihmahrkSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɑstɪkɹɪˈmɑɹk
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
Witty language used to convey insults or scorn
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: Witty language used to convey insults or scorn
Used this way, caustic remark is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Playful
- Usage feel
- Playful and informal
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