ironic

US /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
UK /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
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ironisch

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.
Het is ironisch dat hij een zwemleraar is die bang is voor water.
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Her success was ironic, considering how little effort she put in.
Haar succes was ironisch, gezien de geringe inspanning die ze leverde.
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ironisch

using or characterized by irony

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He made an ironic comment about the weather.
Hij maakte een ironische opmerking over het weer.
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Her tone was subtly ironic.
Haar toon was subtiel ironisch.
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