satire
Definition
(Noun; Humor) Satire is a form of humor that uses exaggeration and irony to make fun of people or ideas.
Usage
I heard satire was the best medicine - but it tastes terrible!
Insight
What did one satirical painting say to the other? Nothing - they just gave each other knowing looks!
Origin
The word 'satire' comes from an ancient Greek term meaning 'to bite with words'.
Related
IronyParodySarcasmHyperboleSlapstick
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