Meaning & use
satire
The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's foolishness or vices, especially in politics or society.
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The show used satire to mock politicians who broke their campaign promises.
His novel is a sharp satire of corporate greed in the 1980s.
A note on using this word
Satire differs from simple mockery because it usually aims to expose a flaw and prompt reflection or change.
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