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Definition satire in American English

satire noun

noun
/ˈsæˌtaɪr/
1

the use of humor to criticize someone or something and make them seem silly

Example

political/social satire

Synonyms and related words
criticism condemnation disapproval
1.1

a play, book, movie, etc. that uses this humor

Example

His latest book is a biting satire on modern bureaucracy.

Synonyms and related words
animation anime biopic adaptation allegory anecdote
Definition satire in American English