Irony meaning and example sentences

Learning Irony in context helps you remember meaning, use natural sentence patterns, and improve academic English performance. On this page, you will find a clear definition, practical examples, synonyms, and related words so you can build stronger vocabulary connections for exams and daily communication.

Definition

Irony: İroni, alay

Example sentences

  • The playwright used dramatic irony to highlight the difference between the character’s intentions and their actual fate.
  • The playwright used dramatic irony to highlight the difference between the character’s intentions and their actual fate. (Oyun yazarı, karakterin niyetleri ile gerçek kaderi arasındaki farkı vurgulamak için dramatik ironi kullandı.)
  • In an exam setting, you can paraphrase ideas by replacing simpler words with Irony when the meaning is "İroni, alay".

Synonyms

Related words

Practice section

Reinforce Irony with active recall: review it in flashcards, then test yourself in timed vocabulary modes.