Sarcasm is a form of communication intended to convey the opposite of what is literally said. It is most often used to criticize someone, e.g., stating, “You’re really good at this!” to a friend who ...

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Harvard researchers have discovered that people who regularly use sarcasm may actually have a cognitive advantage that's closely linked to creativity and abstract thinking. Far from being simply a ...

If I had a nickel for every time I’ve been called a “smart ass” over my 22 years of existence, I’d probably be sipping montrachet off the coast of Saint-Tropez right now, instead of writing this piece ...

Ever have a conversation with a colleague that blows up? You may think it was just a normal conversation—but later, you learn the other person’s feelings were hurt. You thought you were just talking ...

Is comedian Don Rickles one of the world's smartest people? Science suggests he just might be. (The Associated Press) Well, what a surprise, scientists have discovered that sarcastic people are the ...

Looking for a roundup of hilarious sarcasm quotes? Here they are. You're soooo welcome. Love ’em or hate ’em, there’s a reason sarcasm quotes are all over the internet. Like funny sayings, sarcasm ...

It is part of communication in our relationships and those at work. However, it’s important to remember that regardless of its origins, the sarcastic person may evaluate its impact as being more ...

My husband is very sarcastic and I have struggled to know how to cope with his sarcastic remarks. Some of my hurt comes from fear that he is actually feeling what he says and that sarcasm is his ...