ironique

ironic

adjective ee-roh-NEEK Rare

Usage Note

Ironique is invariable for gender (un ton ironique / une remarque ironique). It describes something said with irony — meaning the opposite of what is literally stated — and is generally milder than sarcastique, which carries a sharper or unkind edge. The adverb ironiquement and the noun l'ironie complete the word family most learners will need.

Examples

"Il a répondu d'un ton ironique."

Natural Translation

He replied in an ironic tone.

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