Question

different from (and often opposite to) the literal meanings of the words. dramatic irony- a literary device where the audience knows information that the characters do not, creating tension or humor. situational irony- a literary device when the actual outcome of a situation is starkly different from what was expected, creating a surprising twist. what type of irony is used in the following example? someone says, “wow, you’re so good at singing!” to a person who is clearly tone - deaf and singing terribly. dramatic irony situational irony verbal irony

Explanation:

The statement "Wow, you're so good at singing!" is the opposite of the truth about the tone - deaf singer. Verbal irony involves saying something different from (often the opposite of) the literal meaning, which is the case here.

Answer:

C. verbal irony