Ironic
Ironic adjective - Characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is.
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Synonyms for Ironic
Pessimistic and ironic are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pessimistic" instead an adjective "Ironic".
Pessimistic
Pessimistic adjective - Having or showing a deep distrust of human beings and their motives.
Usage example: pessimistic about the prospects for a lasting peace in the area
Ironic and pessimistic are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ironic" instead an adjective "Pessimistic".
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Related pairs
- scornful and ironic
- scornful and pessimistic
- contemptuous and ironic
- contemptuous and pessimistic
- sarcastic and ironic
- sarcastic and pessimistic
- derisive and ironic
- derisive and pessimistic
- contrary and ironic
- contrary and pessimistic
- bitter and ironic
- bitter and pessimistic
- sardonic and ironic
- sardonic and pessimistic
Both words in one sentence
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The Cynic: Ness can be this, if you choose ironic and pessimistic dialogue options.
Source: Video Game / Blues And Bullets - The given name of Nozomu Itoshiki means hope, which is ironic in light of his deeply pessimistic personality.
Source: Ironic Name
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