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satiric

/səˈtɪr.ɪk/

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adjective

/səˈtɪr.ɪk/C1formalart
  • ruОписывает то, что использует или включает сатиру, особенно в острой, остроумной или критической манере.

Describes something that uses or involves satire, especially in a sharp, witty, or critical manner.

  1. Mocking or ridiculingC1formal

    Using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize and expose human foolishness or vice.

    ruСатирический

    • The play was a satiric commentary on modern politics.
    • His satiric tone made the audience laugh while thinking.
    • The cartoonist is known for his satiric depictions of celebrities.

    Synonymsacerbiccausticcuttingcynicalironicmockingsarcasticsardonicscathing

    Antonymscomplimentaryearnestrespectfulserioussincere

Forms
  • more satiric comparative form
  • most satiric superlative form