ironist
|i-ro-nist|
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/ˈaɪ.rə.nɪst/
user of irony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ironist' originates from the Greek word 'eirōn,' which meant 'dissembler' or 'one who feigns ignorance.'
Historical Evolution
'eirōn' transformed into the Latin word 'ironia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'irony,' from which 'ironist' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who feigns ignorance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who uses irony.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who uses irony, especially in literature or speech.
The author is known as a master ironist, often using sarcasm to critique society.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45