irony

US /ˈaɪ.rə.ni/
UK /ˈaɪ.rə.ni/
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1.

ирония

the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect

:
The irony of the situation was that the fire station burned down.
Ирония ситуации заключалась в том, что пожарная станция сгорела.
He used irony to make his point more impactful.
Он использовал иронию, чтобы сделать свою точку зрения более убедительной.
2.

ирония, парадокс

a state of affairs or an event that seems deliberately contrary to what one expects and is often amusing as a result

:
It was a strange irony that the rich man died penniless.
Было странной иронией, что богатый человек умер без гроша.
The irony of the situation was not lost on him.
Ирония ситуации не ускользнула от него.