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PolarNik [594]
3 years ago
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What is irony and why do modernist writers use it?

English
1 answer:
Nina [5.8K]3 years ago
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Answer:

i·ro·ny1

/ˈīrənē/

noun

the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.

"“Don't go overboard with the gratitude,” he rejoined with heavy irony"

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