ironic

• Describe una situación o afirmación que es contraria a lo esperado, a menudo de manera humorística o sarcástica. También puede referirse a una actitud burlona o que expresa lo opuesto a lo que dice.

Describes a situation or statement that is the opposite of what is expected, often in a humorous or sarcastic way.

1. Contrary to expectationB2formal

   Happening in a way that is opposite to what is expected, often in a humorous or striking manner.

   Irónico (contrario a lo esperado)

   • It was ironic that the fire station burned down.
   • He found it ironic that the traffic jam occurred on the day he left early.
   • The weather was ironic: a picnic day turned into a thunderstorm.

   Sinónimoscontraryincongruousparadoxicalsurprisingtwistedunexpected

   Antónimosexpectedforeseeablepredictableunsurprising

2. Sarcastic or mockingB2informal

   Using words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of the literal meaning, often for humorous or critical effect.

   Irónico (sarcástico o burlón)

   • She gave an ironic smile when he said he was always on time.
   • His ironic comment about the 'perfect' service made everyone laugh.
   • The tone of his voice was deeply ironic.

   Sinónimoscausticcynicalderisivemockingsarcasticsardonicsatiricalscathingtongue-in-cheekwry

   Antónimosliteralsincerestraightforward