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irony

US /ˈaɪ.rə.ni/
UK /ˈaɪ.rə.ni/
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ironi

the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect

Contoh:
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The irony of the situation was that the fire station burned down.
Ironi situasi itu adalah balai bomba terbakar.
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He used irony to make his point more impactful.
Dia menggunakan ironi untuk menjadikan hujahnya lebih berkesan.
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ironi, takdir yang ironis

a state of affairs or an event that seems deliberately contrary to what one expects and is often amusing as a result

Contoh:
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It was a strange irony that the rich man died penniless.
Sungguh ironi yang pelik apabila lelaki kaya itu mati tanpa wang.
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The irony of the situation was not lost on him.
Ironi situasi itu tidak terlepas daripadanya.