Meaning of ironical in English

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    ironical

    Definitions

    1. characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is

    Examples

    • « madness, an ironic fate for such a clear thinker »
    • « it was ironical that the well-planned scheme failed so completely »

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  2. 2. humorously sarcastic or mocking

    Examples

    • « dry humor »
    • « an ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely »
    • « an ironic novel »
    • « an ironical smile »
    • « with a wry Scottish wit »

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