different between ironical vs reproachful

English

Etymology

ironic +? -al. Attested since the 1570s.

Adjective

ironical (comparative more ironical, superlative most ironical)

1. Characterized by or constituting (any kind of) irony.
2. Given to the use of irony; sarcastic.
3. (obsolete) Feigning ignorance; simulating lack of instruction or knowledge; exhibiting Socratic irony.

Synonyms

• ironic

Derived terms

• ironically

Translations

References

• ironical in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911.
• ironical in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913.

English

Etymology

From reproach +? -ful.

Adjective

reproachful (comparative more reproachful, superlative most reproachful)

1. Expressing or containing reproach

   Synonyms: upbraiding, opprobrious, abusive

2. Occasioning or deserving reproach; shameful; base

Derived terms

• adverb: reproachfully
• unreproachful

Translations

References

• reproachful in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911.
• reproachful in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913.