Title: Is sarcasm a negative social act? - Quora
Headings: Is sarcasm a negative social act?
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Content: When was the last time some said something sarcastic to someone powerful, famous, rich… etc etc. It doesn’t happen. Sarcasm is negative because it’s nothing more than am indirect primitive instinctual social tool used to test someone’s mettle, intelligence and influence. People also use it to subconsciously belittle someone in a social situation in order to raise their own rep among the “tribe”, social gathering or friends. Sarcasm, among friends can build bonds if used lightly and without ulterior motive. As an indirect form of communication, it may be easier to communicate a problem or solution in the form of sarcasm in order to “poke” or “nudge” your loved one into doing the right thing. Some people are more sensitive to it than others because of their own personalities a
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Sarcasm, same as any other non--blood-shedding act, is neutral in its nature. Egos get hurt but it's only if the person on the receiving end has allowed this to get to them. Sarcasm is an opinion, and opinions are subjective and incomplete, so it can either be taken hard or dismissed as irrelevant. It's a choice, really.