Crossword puzzle : Expressing sarcasm in English

Think you know how to say one thing and mean another? This crossword puts your knowledge of sarcastic expressions, ironic phrases, and cutting remarks to the test. From dry wit to biting understatement, English is rich with ways to express sarcasm — and mastering them is a true sign of advanced fluency. Good luck — not that you’ll need it, of course.

Horizontalement

1. 2. Expressing contempt or ridicule
2. 4. All members of a group
3. 7. Feeling angry or resentful
4. 10. To act superior toward others
5. 13. Using humor to criticize or expose flaws
6. 16. Are not in short form
7. 17. To go away from
8. 17. To record a message
9. 18. Use of humor to criticize
10. 19. Used sarcastically to disagree

Verticalement

1. 1. Adverb or conjunction of place
2. 1. Asking about place or location
3. 2. Cruel mockery or ridicule
4. 3. Many times frequently
5. 5. Of short duration
6. 6. Causing someone to lose dignity
7. 8. In a way expressing irony or sarcasm
8. 9. Treating serious issues with inappropriate humor
9. 11. Belonging to them
10. 12. Playful teasing or witty exchange
11. 14. In that place
12. 15. To provoke with insulting remarks