narky
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9.9
- adjective
- /ˈnɑːr.ki/
- UK
:
sarcastico
- It's hard to enjoy the conversation when he constantly responds with such narky remarks.
Nice, nice people, especially nice guys, are super narky because that niceness always comes down to some deep seated fear.
- Nice, nice people, especially nice guys, are super narky because that niceness always comes down to some deep seated fear.
Examples
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I really don't need your narky comments, do I?
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Whenever she feels tired, her narky comments can hurt the feelings of those around her.
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Nice, nice people, especially nice guys, are super narky because that niceness always comes down to some deep seated fear.
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His narky attitude during the meeting made it difficult for anyone to share their ideas.
Synonyms
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4.0
Using words that say the opposite of what you mean to mock or hurt someone
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7.9
Being rude in a clever, mocking way
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6.7
Being short and rude in the way someone speaks
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8.2
Speech or writing that is harsh and likely to offend people
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7.2
Speaking in a short, angry way because you are annoyed
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8.7
Expressing sharp, often ironic criticism that can feel harsh
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6.7
A sharp, biting remark that hurts or criticizes
To say mocking or rude things to tease someone
Quick to say sharp things that hurt
Having a rude, mocking look or voice that shows dislike
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Etymology
Narky comes from the slang nark and is like snarky, both giving the idea of being 'sharp' or 'biting' with words. That's why a narky remark sounds critical, sarcastic, or unkind.