Ironically — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˌī-ˈrä-ni-k(ə-)lē/ iron·i·cal·ly

Meaning & Definition of Ironically

Ironically (adverb)

  1. in an ironic manner
  2. it is ironic, curious, or surprising

Origin & Etymology of Ironically

First known use: 1576

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ironically

Frequently Asked Questions about Ironically

What does "Ironically" mean?

"Ironically" means in an ironic manner. As an adverb, it is defined as: in an ironic manner. It has 2 distinct senses.

Is "Ironically" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ironically" is an adverb.

Is "Ironically" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Ironically" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Ironically"?

"Ironically" is pronounced /ˌī-ˈrä-ni-k(ə-)lē/ and divided into syllables as iron·i·cal·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Ironically"?

First known use: 1576.

What CEFR level is "Ironically"?

"Ironically" is a C1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Ironically" used in?

"Ironically" is commonly used in topics such as Grammar Function Words.