Anyone who has a spoken with me knows me, knows that I am a sarcastic person. I have even been granted the title of a ‘sarcasshole‘ from time to time.
Sarcasm is not telling someone they suck (that would be honesty). Having a comeback for everything said to you is also not sarcasm. For those who are new to earth would like a dose of wiki,
Sarcasm is defined as, “A cutting, often ironic, remark intended to wound. It is a form of wit that is marked by the use of sarcastic language and is intended to make its victim the butt of contempt or ridicule.”
See, right off the bat this definition bothers me. Why? Because it makes anyone who uses sarcasm out to be complete bitch (or jerk) and that really just is not the case (at least with me) First off, sarcasm has to be used correctly. Secondly, I use sarcasm unknowingly sometimes. If it wasn’t for the BF (who has so nicely pointed it out here and there), I wouldn’t even know I was so freaking sarcastic to begin with. It was one of these “instances” of sarcasm that got me thinking… Is sarcasm a good or bad thing? My answer: Both. To back up my claim, I wanted to write a list of some of the pro’s and con’s of sarcasm. Just to make sure I am not always being a shithead
*Disclaimer: this is only my personal on my own use of sarcasm – There is a good chance I have no idea what I am talking about*
Pros of Using Sarcasm Correctly:
- Can be ‘witty, intelligent, and cool’
- It can be humorous
- You have to actually have half a brain to use sarcasm
- You have to be able to think and react quickly
- If you are surrounded by smart people, people will get your jokes
- When turned inwardly, sarcasm can make another feel better
about being a tool - Sarcasm keeps me sane
Cons of Sarcasm (or sarcasm used incorrectly):
- Can be used to make fun of a person and hurt his or her feelings
- Can make someone the butt of a joke (sometimes unknowingly)
- Sarcasm can make a situation worse
- If you are surrounded by idiots, no one will get your jokes
- It can be too harsh
- Can get you in trouble
- If used wrong can be unwitty, unintelligent, and lame.
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-Amy the Sarcasshole
Q. What is your opinion on sarcasm? Any pros or cons you would like to add to the list?
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