word
Literary
Irony
EYE-roh-nee
/ˈaɪrəniː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Irony
Dictionary meaning
A figure of speech where the literal meaning is different from, often opposite to, the intended meaning.
Examples
- The fire station burning down has a grim irony to it.
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on first syllable.
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