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irony
Nounな-Adjectiveの-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. irony
  2. 2. sarcasm
  3. 3. unexpected
  4. 4. (only) surface
This noun means "irony" or "sarcasm." It describes a statement or situation where the surface meaning is opposite to the intended or actual meaning, often with a critical or mocking edge. It can also describe a situation that is cruelly ironic or paradoxical.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The customer said sarcastically, "What wonderful service."

Sentence 2

If you're going to say something, just say it straight instead of being sarcastic!

Sentence 3

Excuse me, but was that sarcasm?

Sentence 4

He said "I'm counting on you" with a bit of a sarcastic tone.

Sentence 5

I really don't need the sarcasm right now!