ironical

Frequency: 3.00.5 per million words

A less frequent alternative form of 'ironic'.

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Examples (10)

  • It was ironical that the fire station burned down.
  • Her ironical comment was lost on most of the audience.
  • He spoke with an ironical tone, making his true feelings clear.
  • There's an ironical twist to the story; the hunter became the hunted.
  • She found it ironical that he preached honesty but was a known liar.
  • The situation was deeply ironical considering his earlier boasts.
  • His ironical humour often flew over people's heads.
  • It seemed ironical that the rich man was complaining about taxes.
  • The ironical turn of events left everyone speechless.
  • Many found it ironical that the peace conference ended in a fight.