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The negative qualifiers in that sentence mean exactly the opposite, due to the “As opposed to” prelude, which is meant to show exasperation. I think a sarcasm
by zaroth 8y ago
The negative qualifiers in that sentence mean exactly the opposite, due to the “As opposed to” prelude, which is meant to show exasperation.
I think a sarcasm is not the right word to describe this. What is it called? Not quite irony either...
- idrios 8y agoFacetious is the word you're looking for. He made the comment in jest, not to be taken seriously