C2
coincidentally vs ironically vs paradoxically vs sarcastically
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| coincidentallyadverb/koʊˌɪn.sɪˈden.təl.i/ | Meaning in a way that happens by chance at the same time as something else | Goes with — | Example Coincidentally, we both booked the same hotel for the same week. |
| ironicallyadverb/aɪˈrɑː.nɪ.kəl.i/ | Meaning used to say that a situation is the opposite of what you would expect | Goes with smile ironically | Example She smiled ironically when he called himself an expert on everything. |
| paradoxicallyadverb/ˌper.əˈdɑːk.sɪ.kəl.i/ | Meaning in a way that seems strange or opposite to what you would expect, yet is true | Goes with paradoxically enough | Example Paradoxically, the more choices we have, the less satisfied we often feel. |
| sarcasticallyadverb/sɑːrˈkæs.tɪ.kəl.i/ | Meaning in a way that says the opposite of what you mean, in order to mock or hurt someone | Goes with say sarcastically | Example "Great job," he said sarcastically, looking at the broken window. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The tiny corner shop is called 'Mega Store'.