satirical

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Adjective satirical has 1 sense

satirical, satiric - exposing human folly to ridicule; "a persistent campaign of mockery by the satirical fortnightly magazine"
Antonym: unsarcastic (indirect, via sarcastic)

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Term: Satirical

Description:

Satirical is an adjective that refers to the characteristic of using humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's vices, follies, or shortcomings. It is often used to describe works of art, literature, and performances that mock or satirize real-life situations or individuals.

Sample Sentences:

The satirical cartoon accurately portrayed the politicians' dishonesty.
In his satirical novel, the author cleverly satirizes societal norms.
The comedian's satirical routine had the audience laughing uncontrollably.

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