irony
noun/ˈaɪrəni/
Frequency rank: #5,011 most common English word
Meaning
A situation where the opposite of what you expect happens; humor in this.
Example sentence
The fact that he studied hard for the exam but still failed is a clear example of irony.
Synonyms & related words
- paradox
- contradiction
- incongruity
- twist
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