satirical
adjective/səˈtɪrɪkəl/
Frequency rank: #8,992 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
Using humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or ridicule people or society.
Example sentence
The magazine published satirical cartoons mocking the prime minister's policies.
Synonyms & related words
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