ironic
/aɪˈrɑːnɪk/
adjective
- Happening in a way that is opposite to what you would expect, often in a funny or strange way.
- It was ironic that the fire station burned down.
- The weather was ironic: a picnic was planned, but it snowed.
- She found it ironic that the traffic jam was caused by a car that had run out of gas.
- Using words to mean the opposite of what you really think, especially in a humorous or sarcastic way.
- He gave an ironic smile and said, 'Oh, great, another flat tire.'
- The speaker's ironic tone suggested he didn't believe a word of his own praise.
- Her ironic comment about the 'wonderful' service made everyone laugh.
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