ironically
Translation
ironically
Examples
Ironically, the new software has more bugs.
Ironically, the new software has more bugs.
He smiled ironically at her comment.
He smiled ironically at her comment.
Grammar Patterns
Ironically, ((clause)) Ironically, he won the lottery and lost the ticket.
((verb)) ironically He smiled ironically.
Similar Words
Synonyms: paradoxically, sarcastically; Antonyms: genuinely, sincerely
Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'ironic' and the adverb-forming suffix '-ally'.
Memory Tips
Use this at the beginning of a sentence to describe an unexpected and amusing outcome.