Oxymoron

/ˌɒksɪˈmɔːrɒn/

Synonyms

  • paradox
  • contradiction in terms
  • incongruity

Slang Meanings

A humorous way of highlighting contradictions in everyday language.
When someone says 'seriously funny,' they're using an oxymoron for comedic effect.
Used to describe situations that are ironic or contradictory.
Calling a bad movie a 'classic failure' is an oxymoron.