ironically
🇬🇧 UK🇺🇸 US
B2
Definitions
adv.
In an ironic manner; in a way that is contrary to what was expected.
讽刺地,出乎意料地
🧩 Root Breakdown
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Example Sentences
- 1.
Ironically, the company meant to improve customer service but made things worse.
- 2.
The weather forecast predicted sunshine, but ironically it rained all day.
- 3.
He ironically praised the system he had spent years criticizing.