What is another word for scare quotes?
Pronunciation: [skˈe͡ə kwˈə͡ʊts] (IPA) 
When we put quotation marks around a word or phrase, it can sometimes suggest a deeper meaning or layer of skepticism. This is called "scare quotes", but there are other ways to refer to this practice. Some people may call them "air quotes" or "mock quotes", which are both fairly self-explanatory. Others might use terms like "ironic quotes" or "skeptical quotes". However, no matter what you call them, the basic principle remains the same: using quotation marks in this way helps to convey a sense of doubt or irony around the words being used. So next time you see someone use "scare quotes", you'll know exactly what they mean!
