What is another word for irony?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪɹənɪ] (IPA) 
Irony is a literary device used to convey a meaning that is opposite to its literal meaning. There are several synonyms for the word irony, including sarcasm, paradox, satire, pretense, cynicism, and mockery. Sarcasm is a sharp, bitter, or cutting expression that is intended to ridicule or mock something. A paradox is a statement or situation that seems to contradict itself but may be true. Satire involves the use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock something. Pretense is the act of pretending or feigning something. Cynicism is a belief that people are motivated only by self-interest. Mockery is the act of making fun of something or someone.
