adj
ironical
Ironical (adj) means characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
adj
1
Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
2
Given to the use of irony; sarcastic.
3
Feigning ignorance; simulating lack of instruction or knowledge; exhibiting Socratic irony.
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Etymology
From ironic + -al. Attested since the 1570s.
Rhymes for ironical
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What is the meaning of ironical?
"ironical" (adj) means characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
What are the different meanings of ironical?
"ironical" has 3 main meanings: 1. Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony; 2. Given to the use of irony; sarcastic; 3. Feigning ignorance; simulating lack of instruction or knowledge; exhibiting Socratic irony.