Verbal irony: used to describe something in a way that is other than what it seems; Often used with a sarchastic tone.
ex: that's great (forgot homework)
Dramatic irony: inherent in speeches or situation of drama; understood by audience but not grasped by characters in the play
Ex: two people are engaged to be married but the audience knows that the man is planning to run away with another woman
Situational irony: difference of intention and result when result is contrary to the desires effect
Ex: Fire station that burned down
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