ironic

US /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
UK /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
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ironico

happening in a way that is contrary to what is expected and typically causes wry amusement because of this

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It's ironic that he's a swimming instructor who's afraid of water.
È ironico che sia un istruttore di nuoto che ha paura dell'acqua.
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Her success was ironic, considering how little effort she put in.
Il suo successo è stato ironico, considerando il poco sforzo che ha profuso.
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ironico

using or characterized by irony

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He made an ironic comment about the weather.
Ha fatto un commento ironico sul tempo.
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Her tone was subtly ironic.
Il suo tono era sottilmente ironico.
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