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Definition of unironically
unironically
/ˌʌn.aɪˈrɑː.nɪ.kli/
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Adjective:unironic
unironically Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
Syllables
5
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• adverb
1
In a sincere or genuine manner, without irony, sarcasm, or mockery, especially when expressing enthusiasm for something typically regarded with skepticism or derision.
Example
"He unironically enjoys listening to cheesy pop music from the late nineties while working."
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In contemporary informal and internet usage, 'unironically' is frequently used to express genuine appreciation for something typically considered unfashionable, cliché, or only enjoyed as a joke.
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unironically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unironically