Sentences

backhandedness in a sentence

n.

Definition

Backhandedness refers to the quality of being insincere or ambiguous in a compliment, often containing an implicit insult or criticism.

Sample Sentences

  1. Her compliment was laced with backhandedness, leaving me unsure whether to be flattered or insulted.
  2. The backhandedness of his remarks made the atmosphere at the meeting quite tense.
  3. She often masked her backhandedness with a sweet smile, making her comments all the more cutting.
  4. Critics noted the backhandedness in his praise, suggesting he was more interested in undermining than uplifting.
  5. His backhandedness revealed a deeper insecurity, as he often put others down to elevate himself.
  6. Despite the backhandedness in her message, I could sense her underlying concern for my well-being.
  7. The backhandedness in his tone made it clear he was not genuinely supportive of my achievements.
  8. Friends had learned to decipher her backhandedness, understanding it was often a defense mechanism.
  9. In her world, backhandedness was a form of wit, but many found it hurtful and unnecessary.
  10. He thought his backhandedness was clever, but it often left people feeling alienated and confused.

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