Meaning ofironicin English

Adjective

1. contrary to expectations
2. unexpectedly opposite; contradictory
   It's ironic that the fire station caught on fire.
3. insincere and mocking; satirical
   The comedian's ironic comments about politics were well-received.
4. sarcastic; using irony
   The author's ironic tone in the essay was intended to criticize societal norms.