snarky
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Adjective — Sarcastic and mildly mocking, often out of irritation.
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Informal; common in online and casual speech.
Etymology
From snark ("to snort") plus -y; the "sarcastic" meaning became widespread in the late 1990s.
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What does “snarky” mean?
The word “snarky” means sarcastic and mildly mocking, often out of irritation. In plain terms, cuttingly sarcastic, usually in a knowing or smug way.
How do you pronounce “snarky”?
“Snarky” is pronounced SNAH-kee (/ˈsnɑɹ.ki/ in IPA).
How do you use “snarky” in a sentence?
Here is “snarky” used in a sentence: “She left a snarky comment under the celebrity's post.”
What part of speech is “snarky”?
“Snarky” is an adjective.
Where does the word “snarky” come from?
The word “snarky” dates back to around 1990. From snark ("to snort") plus -y; the "sarcastic" meaning became widespread in the late 1990s.