ironic

• Qualifie une situation ou une remarque qui est contraire à ce que l'on attendait, souvent de manière humoristique ou sarcastique. Peut aussi désigner une attitude marquée par l'ironie, parfois avec une pointe de moquerie.

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.

   Contraire à l'attente

   • 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.

   Synonymescontraryincongruousparadoxicalsurprisingtwistedunexpected

   Antonymesexpectedforeseeablepredictableunsurprising

2. Sarcastic or mockingB2informal

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

   Ironique, moqueur

   • 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.

   Synonymescausticcynicalderisivemockingsarcasticsardonicsatiricalscathingtongue-in-cheekwry

   Antonymesliteralsincerestraightforward