ironic
[ ahy-ron-ik ]
/ aɪˈrɒn ɪk /
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adjective
using words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning; containing or exemplifying irony: an ironic novel; an ironic remark.
of, relating to, or tending to use irony or mockery; ironical.
coincidental; unexpected: It was ironic that I was seated next to my ex-husband at the dinner.
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ironical
/ (aɪˈrɒnɪk) /
adjective
of, characterized by, or using irony
Derived forms of ironic
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