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    IRONICAL

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (adjective) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    Characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually isplay

    Example:

    it was ironical that the well-planned scheme failed so completely

    Synonyms:

    ironic; ironical

    Classified under:

    Adjectives

    Similar:

    incongruous (lacking in harmony or compatibility or appropriateness)

    Derivation:

    irony (incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs)

    irony (a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs)

    Sense 2

    Meaning:

    Humorously sarcastic or mockingplay

    Example:

    with a wry Scottish wit

    Synonyms:

    dry; ironic; ironical; wry

    Classified under:

    Adjectives

    Similar:

    humorous; humourous (full of or characterized by humor)

    Derivation:

    irony (witty language used to convey insults or scorn)

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