Types of Irony (Meaning & Examples)
Irony (Flat Tire by Michael Oachs) What does irony mean? 👍🏼Usage Note ✓ My sister has written several short stories. ✓ The artist drew a… Read More »Types of Irony (Meaning & Examples)
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Irony is a kind of literary device or figure of speech where what’s intended or expected to happen typically is the opposite of what does, in fact, happen. It’s a phenomenon we experience in our lives, yet it can be oronous to precisely define.
There are different types of irony; the main kinds being verbal irony, dramatic irony, situational irony and socratic irony.
Verbal Irony (Meaning & Examples)
What is Verbal Irony? 👍🏼Usage Note ✓ She has seen that film many times. ✓ We saw the new exhibition last week. ✗ He has… Read More »Verbal Irony (Meaning & Examples)
Dramatic Irony (Meaning & Examples)
What is Dramatic Irony? 👍🏼Usage Note ✓ The audience has seen the villain’s true intentions. ✓ The character saw the open door, but assumed it… Read More »Dramatic Irony (Meaning & Examples)
Situational Irony (Meaning & Examples)
What is Situational Irony? 👍🏼Usage Note ✓ The ironic situation has appeared in many classic novels. ✓ The speaker explained the concept of irony yesterday.… Read More »Situational Irony (Meaning & Examples)