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Verbal irony is best defined as:

A. "a contradiction between what is said and what is really meant"

B. "the use of humor to emphasize the negative qualities of society"

C. "a description of something as being smaller or less than it really is"

D. "the use of an incorrect assumption that forms the basis of an argument"



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Final answer:

Verbal irony involves saying one thing but meaning another, often for humorous effect.


Explanation:

Verbal irony is a form of irony where there is a contradiction between what is said and what is really meant. It involves using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect. For example, saying 'That's just great!' when something unfortunate happens.


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