satire
Definitions
The use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices.
A literary composition, in verse or prose, in which human folly and vice are held up to scorn, derision, or ridicule.
Examples
The novel serves as a biting satire of modern corporate culture.
Many political cartoons use satire to highlight the absurdities of current government policies.
He has a talent for writing sharp satire that exposes the hypocrisy of the elite.
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Antonyms
praise flattery admiration homage tribute seriousness solemnity