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Ironical (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is; "madness, an ironic fate for such a clear thinker"; "it was ironical that the well-planned scheme failed so completely".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The comedian's ironical tone was lost on some members of the audience who took his jokes literally.
  • It's ironical that the company's slogan "Built to Last" was printed on the recall notice for their faulty products.
  • The novel's ironical twist at the end left many readers feeling dismayed and surprised.
  • In an ironical turn of events, the politician who campaigned on a promise to reduce bureaucracy ended up creating more red tape.
  • It was ironical that the fire station caught on fire due to an electrical malfunction.

Synonyms

  • Ironic

Related Words

  • Irony (noun)

Meaning 2

Humorously sarcastic or mocking; "dry humor"; "an ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely"; "an ironic novel"; "an ironical smile"; "with a wry Scottish wit".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

  • Dry
  • Ironic
  • Wry

Related Words

  • Irony (noun)
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