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ironic
01
using statements that mean the opposite of what is stated, often to convey criticism or humor through an implied second meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most ironic
Comparative
more ironic
gradable
domain
communication, humor, criticism
Examples
Fans enjoyed the podcast for its ironic, irreverent satire of current events.
02
marked by a striking or often painful contrast between expectation and reality
Examples
It was ironic that the fire station burned down.
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