Mock Heroic

Pronunciation: /mɑk hɪˈroʊɪk/

Definitions of mock heroic

adjective A term used to describe a literary work or style that imitates or parodies the heroic epic genre, often in a humorous or satirical manner.

Example Sentences

A1 The children put on a mock heroic play for their parents.

A2 The students wrote a mock heroic poem about their school trip.

B1 The movie was a mock heroic satire of classic adventure films.

B2 The novel used mock heroic language to exaggerate the protagonist's actions.

C1 The play was a brilliant example of mock heroic comedy, poking fun at traditional heroism.

C2 The artist's latest work was a masterful blend of mock heroic themes and modern commentary.

Examples of mock heroic in a Sentence

formal The poem was written in a mock heroic style, using grand language to describe trivial events.

informal The movie was a hilarious mock heroic parody of classic adventure films.

slang I can't believe he tried to act all mock heroic in front of everyone.

figurative Her exaggerated eye roll was a mock heroic response to his over-the-top story.

Grammatical Forms of mock heroic

• past tense: mocked
• plural: mock heroics
• comparative: more mock heroic
• superlative: most mock heroic
• present tense: mock heroics
• future tense: will mock heroic
• perfect tense: have mocked heroic
• continuous tense: is mocking heroic
• singular: mock heroic
• positive degree: mock heroic
• infinitive: to mock heroic
• gerund: mock heroicing
• participle: mock heroiced

Origin and Evolution of mock heroic

First Known Use: 1672 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The term 'mock-heroic' originated from the French term 'parodie héroïque' which was used to describe a satirical imitation of the heroic style of epic poetry.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'mock-heroic' has come to refer to any work that parodies or satirizes the grandiose style of epic poetry, often using humor to deflate the seriousness of the subject matter.