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It was a real irony that he won the race after being late.
A situation where the opposite of what you expect happens.
It was an irony that the fire station burned down.
She found it ironic that he forgot her birthday after reminding him.
The irony of winning the lottery and losing the ticket was not lost on him.
dramatic irony
situational irony
verbal irony
sarcasm
paradox
twist
His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone.
A belief that people are motivated by self-interest and that they are generally dishonest or insincere.
Her cynicism often led to misunderstandings with her friends.
He approached the situation with cynicism, doubting their intentions.
Cynicism clouded his judgment, making it hard to see the good in others.
cynicism about
cynicism towards
cynicism in society
skepticism
distrust
pessimism
The idea that cats can talk is pure absurdity.
A situation or idea that is unreasonable or silly.
Believing that the moon is made of cheese is an absurdity.
His claim that he can fly is complete absurdity.
The notion that money grows on trees is pure absurdity.
sheer absurdity
utter absurdity
absurdity of the situation
nonsense
foolishness
ridiculousness
Some people turn to nihilism when they feel lost.
A belief that life is meaningless and rejects all religious and moral principles.
His nihilism made it hard for him to find joy in anything.
She expressed her nihilism during the debate.
Many artists explore themes of nihilism in their work.
existential nihilism
moral nihilism
nihilism and despair
pessimism
anarchism
skepticism
His sarcasm made everyone laugh.
A way of speaking where someone says the opposite of what they really mean, often to be funny or to criticize.
Her sarcasm was hard to miss during the meeting.
He used sarcasm to lighten the mood after the bad news.
I love your sarcasm; it always makes me smile.
dry sarcasm
sharp sarcasm
playful sarcasm
irony
mockery
satire
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