Causticism
Pronunciation: /ˈkɑstɪkˈɪzəm/
Causticism (noun)
- A way of speaking or writing that criticizes by being very sharp and often insulting.
- The quality of being harsh and damaging in criticism, meant to make people feel ashamed or foolish.
Examples
- Her causticism made the speech feel sharp and funny.
- The writer used causticism to mock the bad habits.