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IRONICAL
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is
Example:
it was ironical that the well-planned scheme failed so completely
Synonyms:
ironic; ironical
Classified under:
Similar:
incongruous (lacking in harmony or compatibility or appropriateness)
Derivation:
irony (incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs)
irony (a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Humorously sarcastic or mocking
Example:
with a wry Scottish wit
Synonyms:
Classified under:
Similar:
humorous; humourous (full of or characterized by humor)
Derivation:
irony (witty language used to convey insults or scorn)
