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English Language Arts · Grades 3–4

Irony

noun

A technique where the actual meaning is opposite to or different from what is said.

Example Sentences

"It is irony when a firefighter's house burns down."

"Verbal irony involves saying one thing but meaning another."

Synonyms & Related Terms

contrastsarcasmparadox

Quick Check

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Study Tips

To remember irony, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about english language arts.

Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.