Irony

Definition

Irony is when there's a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens. It often involves humor and can be used to emphasize contradictions or highlight absurdity.

Related terms

Situational Irony: When the outcome of a situation is different from what was expected.

Verbal Irony: When someone says something but means the opposite (sarcasm).

Dramatic Irony: When the audience knows something that the characters do not.