Katagelastic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkætəd͡ʒəˈlæstɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Katagelastic is an adjective meaning (rare) Showing a predilection for mocking humor, that is, humor at the expense of others.
Meaning
(rare) Showing a predilection for mocking humor, that is, humor at the expense of others.
Example Sentences
Katagelastic people are, in short, jerks. They enjoy calling people out and mocking others.
While gelotophobic individuals fear aggressive humor, katagelastic individuals, in contrast, enjoy such humor[…]
His request, however, is followed by a mock-hidden laugh of the manager and then seconds later – the obsequious, toadying laugh of the rest of the employees[…]The laugh also creates a katagelastic atmosphere in the office, uncomfortable for the protagonist.
Synonyms for katagelastic
Depending on context, synonyms include mocking, ridiculing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include piss-taking, pisstaking, tattyfilarious, sniggery, puntastic, wisecracky.
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