Isn't it ironic...?

Aug 17, 2009 15:08

i⋅ro⋅ny  /ˈaɪrəni, ˈaɪər-/ [ahy-ruh-nee, ahy-er-] -noun, plural -nies.

1. the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning: the irony of her reply, “How nice!” when I said I had to work all weekend.
2. an objectively or humorously sardonic utterance, disposition, quality, etc.
3. Purchasing a refill prescription for diabetes and getting a coupon with the receipt for a free, store-brand candy bar...
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