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Definition satirical in American English

satirical adjective

adjective
/səˈtɪrɪk(ə)l/
/səˈtɪrɪk/
1

satirical writing or art uses humor to criticize people or things and make them seem silly

Example

a satirical novel/program/play

Example

a satirical look at politics today

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Definition satirical in American English