ironically

• 副词，用来描述具有讽刺意味的情形或话语。可表示“以讽刺的方式”（说与字面相反的话以达到幽默或强调效果），也可表示“讽刺的是”（指出出人意料或自相矛盾的结果）。

An adverb used to describe a situation or statement that is characterized by irony. It can mean 'in an ironic manner' (expressing the opposite of the literal meaning for humorous or emphatic effect) or 'it is ironic that' (referring to an unexpected or contradictory outcome).

1. In an ironic mannerB2formal

   In a way that shows or expresses irony, often meaning the opposite of what is expected.

   讽刺地

   • Ironically, the fire station burned down.
   • He ironically thanked his boss for the extra work.
   • She smiled ironically when she heard the news.

   同义词mockinglyparadoxicallysarcasticallysardonicallywryly

2. Contrary to expectationB2formal

   Used to describe a situation that is the opposite of what one would expect.

   讽刺的是

   • Ironically, the expert on safety had an accident.
   • The weather was beautiful on the day of the indoor event, ironically.
   • Ironically, the cheapest option turned out to be the most durable.

   同义词incongruouslyinconsistentlyparadoxicallysurprisinglyunexpectedly