adjective
1. characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is (Freq. 5)
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madness, an ironic fate for such a clear thinker
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it was ironical that the well-planned scheme failed so completely
• Syn: ↑ironic
• Similar to: ↑incongruous
2. humorously sarcastic or mocking (Freq. 1)
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dry humor
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an ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely
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an ironic novel
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an ironical smile
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with a wry Scottish wit
Useful english dictionary. 2012.