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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

irony

/ˈaɪrəni/ noun · British & US
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What does irony mean?

noun

A figure of speech in which the intended meaning is opposite of, or contrary to, the literal meaning; an incongruity between what is expected and what occurs.

Example

"The fire station caught on fire, a classic example of irony."

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