Definitions

1. noun

A literary or philosophical style characterized by irony, especially in its use of humor or sarcasm to convey a meaning opposite to or at variance with what is explicitly stated.

“The author’s use of irony in the novel was an example of his sophisticated ironism.”

2. noun

A tendency to use irony or sarcasm, especially in speech or writing.

“His ironism was evident in the way he poked fun at his colleagues in the company newsletter.”