Which of the following phrases best defines the word “irony”? the essence of showing something that is not based in reality. the contrast between what one says and what one believes. statements or situations designed to reveal a contradiction. false appearances designed to mask the truth about a situation

C) statements or situations designed to reveal a contradiction.

Example: A water park had burned down.

You can see the contradiction as a water park burning is very unlikely for obvious reasons.

believe its c

hope it

i cant see the passage although i do know hyperbole means overly exaggerated such as "i can eat an enter horse"! i hope this you!