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Meaning of ironize
The primary meaning of the word "ironize" is to express or convey meaning that is opposite of, or contrary to, its literal meaning, often for humorous or ironic effect.
Etymology of ironize
The word "ironize" originates from the word "irony", which comes from the Greek word "eironeia", meaning "dissimulation" or "feigned ignorance"
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe a figure of speech in which words are used to convey a meaning that is opposite of their literal meaning
Synonyms
satirize
ridicule
mock
tease
taunt
sneer
scorn
jeer
deride
belittle
diminish
minimize
trivialize
caricature
parody
lampoon
burlesque
mock
mimic
ape
spoof
jest
jape
quip
banter
chaff
josh
tease
twit
kid
poke fun at
make fun of
poke fun
make light of
laugh at
jest about
joke about
jolly
rally
roast
rag
rib
tease mercilessly
Definitions
- To say something but mean the opposite, often to be sarcastic or humorous
- * To make something seem foolish or absurd by saying the opposite of what you really mean
Usage Examples
- When she said "what a beautiful day" on the rainy morning, she was ironizing the weather
- * His comment about the movie being "the best film ever" was an attempt to ironize its poor quality