satiric

Speech parts

1. satiric - Adjective

2. satiric - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

Alt. of Satirical

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

satirical scornful critical acid DRY sharp cutting bitter humorous satire ironic biting corrosive sarcastic mocking
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Antonyms

merry sportive diplomatic smooth mild polite
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Examples

a persistent campaign of mockery by the satirical fortnightly magazine Source: Internet

Bradley (2005), chapter 8 Many comedians have used Pinafore songs for comic and satiric effect. Source: Internet

At this point, Crowther suggests, the logic of Gilbert's satiric argument should result in Ralph's arrest. Source: Internet

Bradley, p. 357 Gilbert had targeted the aristocracy and political officials for satiric treatment in earlier works. Source: Internet

An initial, sharply satiric version was rejected by Robert Dodsley, the London printer, just when Sterne's personal life was upset. Source: Internet

Classifications of satire Satire is a diverse genre which is complex to classify and define, with a wide range of satiric "modes". Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

satiogenic sation satire satirical satirical article satirical fiction