Satirical

Pronunciation: /səˈtɪrɪkəl/

Definitions of satirical

adjective characterized by or using satire, which is the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's vices or foolishness

Example Sentences

A1 The children enjoyed watching the satirical cartoon on TV.

A2 She didn't understand the satirical humor in the movie.

B1 The satirical play poked fun at politicians and their behavior.

B2 The satirical novel cleverly critiqued societal norms and values.

C1 The satirical magazine article provided a scathing commentary on current events.

C2 The satirical comedy show used irony and wit to expose the absurdities of modern life.

Examples of satirical in a Sentence

formal The author's satirical novel cleverly critiques societal norms and values.

informal The satirical cartoon made fun of politicians and their antics.

slang That satirical meme was so savage, I couldn't stop laughing.

figurative His satirical wit cut through the tension in the room like a sharp knife.

Grammatical Forms of satirical

• past tense: satirized
• plural: satiricals
• comparative: more satirical
• superlative: most satirical
• present tense: satirizes
• future tense: will satirize
• perfect tense: has satirized
• continuous tense: is satirizing
• singular: satirical
• positive degree: satirical
• infinitive: to satirize
• gerund: satirizing
• participle: satirized

Origin and Evolution of satirical

First Known Use: 0016 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'satirical' originates from the Latin word 'satiricus' which is derived from the Greek word 'satyrikos' meaning 'satyr-like'. Satyrs were mythical creatures known for their mischievous and sarcastic behavior.

Evolution of the word: The word 'satirical' has evolved from describing works that imitated the style of satires to encompassing any form of criticism or ridicule that is meant to expose and criticize human folly or vice.