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    Satire (en. Satire)

    /sa.tiʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Literary or artistic genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock something.
    The satire of the government in this book is biting.
    La satire du gouvernement dans ce livre est mordante.
    Text or work that belongs to this genre.
    He wrote a satire on modern society.
    Il a écrit une satire sur la société moderne.
    Acerbic critique of a social or political issue.
    The satire of manners is a recurring theme in this author's work.
    La satire des mœurs est un thème récurrent chez cet auteur.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'satura', which means 'mixture, varied composition'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    political satire
    Critique of political institutions using humor.
    satire politique
    sting of satire
    The ability of satire to provoke critical reflection.
    aiguillon de la satire
    social satire
    Critical assessment of social phenomena through humor.
    satire sociale

    Related Words

    irony
    Expression that means the opposite of what is said, often to criticize.
    ironie
    humor
    Ability to perceive or express humor.
    humour
    caricature
    Drawing or exaggerated representation of a person to ridicule them.
    caricature

    Slang Meanings

    Satire used sarcastically on social media.
    This video is a true satire of influencers.
    Cette vidéo est une vraie satire des influenceurs.
    Humorous use of stereotypes to convey a message.
    He often satirizes by mocking clichés.
    Il fait souvent de la satire en se moquant des clichés.