irony (n.)
[ahy-ruh-nee, ahy-er-]
1) the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning
❧ Frankenstein thought he discovered how to create life, but instead he created a monster who destroys lives.
❧ Frankenstein worked so passionately and vigorously for a years to create his creature and you would expect him to be satisfied and proud of its accomplishments and life, but instead, Victor loathes and fears his creation from the moment it comes to life.
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