Sarcasm
Pattern
Hostile irony — praise used to wound
Definition
A sharp, bitter, or cutting expression using irony to mock, wound, or show contempt.
Examples
Example 1
Oh, you finished the project a week late? How wonderfully efficient of you.
The mock praise "wonderfully efficient" is designed to sting by highlighting the failure
Example 2
Thank you so much for explaining my own field of expertise to me. I never would have managed without your help.
Biting sarcasm that weaponizes politeness to underscore condescension
Example 3
No, by all means, keep interrupting me. I had nothing important to say anyway.
The exaggerated deference ("by all means") makes the contempt unmistakable
AI Detection Note
AI generally avoids sarcasm due to safety training that promotes helpful, constructive tone. When AI attempts sarcasm, it tends to be clearly labeled or softened, lacking the bite of genuine sarcastic voice.
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