Explanation
An utterance whose intended stance diverges recognisably from its literal wording. It makes listeners infer an attitude from the tension between words and situation.
Example
The form becomes visible in context and can be followed as a movement of interpretation.
Counterexample
Irony depends on contextual inference and is not identical with sarcasm.
Distinction
Irony depends on contextual inference and is not identical with sarcasm.
Effect on thought and perception
It makes listeners infer an attitude from the tension between words and situation.
Resonance
It makes listeners infer an attitude from the tension between words and situation.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Irony“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-RHE-0005. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-RHE-0005The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.