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For the SAT and college: the words of the SAT’s reading passages. 1,119 words, A to Z.

3 words match “ironic”

  • ironic adjective

    strange or funny because it is the opposite of what you would expect

    It was ironic that the fire station itself caught fire.

    Like paradoxical, unexpected

  • satirical adjective

    using humor or exaggeration to criticize foolishness

    The magazine is famous for its satirical cartoons about daily life.

    Like mocking, ironic, sardonic

  • wry adjective

    showing mild humor mixed with some annoyance or irony

    She gave a wry smile when the bus broke down again.

    Like ironic, dry