Irony is a literary and rhetorical device where there is a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens or is meant. It often involves saying one thing but meaning the opposite, or situations where the outcome is different from what was anticipated.
Types of Irony
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Verbal Irony
When someone says something but means the opposite, often sarcastically.
Example: Saying "Great weather!" during a storm. -
Situational Irony
When the actual outcome of a situation is different from what was expected.
Example: A fire station burns down. -
Dramatic Irony
When the audience knows something that the characters do not.
Example: In a movie, the audience knows the villain is hiding in the closet, but the character does not.
Irony adds humor, depth, or emphasis to communication and storytelling. Would you like examples or explanations of irony in literature or everyday life?
