put-on

• Sustantivo que designa una imitación humorística o parodia del estilo de alguien, o un acto de engaño o fraude para obtener ventaja, o una actuación juguetona y absurda hecha para entretener.

A noun referring to a humorous imitation or parody of someone's style, or an act of deception or trickery intended to gain an advantage, or a playful and absurd performance done for amusement.

1. Humorous imitationB2informalamerican

   A composition that imitates or misrepresents someone's style, usually in a humorous way.

   Parodia humorística

   • His impression of the boss was a hilarious put-on.
   • The skit was a clever put-on of a famous movie scene.
   • She did a perfect put-on of the teacher's voice.

   Sinónimoscaricaturelampoonparodysatiresendupspooftakeofftravesty

2. Deception or trickB2informalamerican

   Something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery aimed at gaining an advantage.

   Engaño o trampa

   • The whole story was a put-on to get sympathy.
   • He realized the offer was just a put-on to get his money.
   • Don't believe her; it's all a put-on.

   Sinónimosbluffdeceptionfakefraudhoaxpretenseruseshamsubterfugetrick

3. Ludicrous actB2informalamerican

   A ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement.

   Farsa ridícula

   • The comedian's put-on had the audience in stitches.
   • It was just a silly put-on, not meant to be taken seriously.
   • His exaggerated dance was a ridiculous put-on.

   Sinónimosanticbuffoonerycaperclowningfoolerygagjapeprankstunttomfoolery