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by VSPrasad on August 27th, 2009

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Satire vs sarcasm - what is the difference in meaning?

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  • by gili90 on January 26th, 2010

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    Sarcasm is used to convey insults or scorn; "Cathy used sarcasm to upset her opponent"; A satire is a way to ridicule or criticise individual, institutions or society in general) usually as a step to bring change. Often they are humorous and witty.
    http://www.examplesof.com/satire.html

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