How many points is IRONY worth in Scrabble?

IRONY is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept IRONY?

IRONY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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IRONY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. IRONY means "humorous use of words to imply the opposite".

/ˈaɪə.ni/

Pronunciation

A statement that, when taken in context, may actually mean something different from, or the opposite of, what is written literally; the use of words expressing something other than their literal intention, often in a humorous context.
Dramatic irony: a theatrical effect in which the meaning of a situation, or some incongruity in the plot, is understood by the audience, but not by the characters in the play.
Ignorance feigned for the purpose of confounding or provoking an antagonist; Socratic irony.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

humorous use of words to imply the opposite

In a sentence: "The irony is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of IRONY. It scores 8 points.

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Is IRONY a Scrabble word?: IRONY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does IRONY mean?: humorous use of words to imply the opposite
How do you use IRONY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The irony is noted."
How many points is IRONY worth in Scrabble?: IRONY is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept IRONY?: IRONY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).