1. in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended; as an ironic result
2. in an ironic manner; with irony or sarcasm

Examples

• Ironically, the fire station burned down while the firefighters were out on a call.
• She studied medicine to help people, but ironically ended up working for a pharmaceutical company.
• The weather forecast predicted sunshine, but ironically it rained all day.
• He spoke ironically about his 'great success' after losing his third job this year.
• Ironically, the book about simplicity was over 500 pages long.
• The safety expert ironically injured himself during the demonstration.