Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Ironies.
Ironies - as a noun
Witty language used to convey insults or scorn
Example: "He used sarcasm to upset his opponent"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caustic remarksarcasmsatireIncongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs
Example: "The irony of ireland's copying the nation she most hated"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
incongruityincongruousnessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
figurefigure of speechimagetropeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"One of life's ironies is that the most successful people often feel empty and unsatisfied."
"One of the great ironies of history is that the conquerors often adopt the culture of those they conquered."
"One of life's great ironies is that the richest man in town is also the most miserable."
"One of the many ironies of life is that we often fear the things that can bring us happiness."
Word Game Points
Is IRONIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ironies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IRONIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is IRONIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ironies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIRONIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is IRONIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ironies is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIRONIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
