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Definition of "ironically" []

  • In an ironic manner, in a way displaying irony. (adverb)
  • Used to draw attention to an ironic aspect of a situation being described. (adverb)

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Use "ironically" in a sentence
  • "Socialism is not "great," as the title ironically notes, but rather fosters an air of paranoia and repression so strong that Ms. Zhang is soon doing everything in her power to break out of the mold."
  • "I forgot to mention that my insurance provider is "converting" (and yes, I use the term ironically) to a for-profit company (something I like to call "more openly for profit", since the Blues simply use the non-profit status as an umbrella for numerous for-profit subsidiaries), and they're cutting their contracts with two of the biggest and best hospitals in the area -"
  • "They said the name ironically, but Lizbeth knew it made sense."