"Irony" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"irony" Definition
- [uncountable, countable] the funny or strange aspect of a situation that is very different from what you expect; a situation like this
- [uncountable] the use of words that say the opposite of what you really mean, often as a joke and with a tone of voice that shows this
"irony" Synonyms & Antonyms
"irony" synonyms:
- satire,
- sarcasm,
- dryness,
- contrariety,
- contrariness,
- double-meaning,
- dramatic-irony,
- understatement,
- underestimation,
- wryness,
- matter-of-factness,
- mockery,
- derision,
- ridicule,
- scorn,
- bitterness,
- contempt,
- sharpness,
- acerbity
"irony" antonyms:
- sincerity,
- straightforwardness,
- candor,
- candour,
- forthrightness,
- genuineness,
- honesty,
- seriousness,
- earnestness,
- frankness,
- authenticity,
- bluntness,
- candidness,
- naturalness,
- openness,
- directness,
- plainness,
- plainspokenness,
- admiration