ironisch — meaning in English
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English meaning
- ironic adj Involving irony — meaning, or resulting in, the opposite of what was expected or intended.
- ironical adj Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
- ironically adv In a way that involves irony; used to point out the ironic aspect of something being described.
- wry adjective Dryly humorous, often in a way that shows you know a situation is awkward or difficult; ironic.
Senses
ironisch is used for these senses in English:
- ironic (of a situation) Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
- ironically (manner) In an ironic manner; in a way displaying irony.
- wry Dryly humorous; sardonic or bitterly ironic.
ironical — full definition
- adj Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
- adj Given to the use of irony; sarcastic.
- adj Feigning ignorance; simulating lack of instruction or knowledge; exhibiting Socratic irony.