Crossword clue: characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is

The most common answer is ironic (6 letters).

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ironic 6 letters wn-def

characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is

ironical 8 letters wn-def

characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is