ironically

in a way that is the opposite of what you expect or intend; surprisingly

irónicamente, paradójicamente

• ironically ADJ

Collocations ironically true · ironically enough

• Ironically, the best way to succeed is often to stop trying so hard.

  Irónicamente, a veces la mejor manera de tener éxito es dejar de intentarlo tanto.

in a way that is intended to be humorous or amusing because it shows the difference between what people say and what they really mean; sarcastically

irónicamente, sarcásticamente

• ironically ADJ

Collocations ironic comment · ironic smile

• She gave him an ironic look.

  Le dio una mirada irónica.