satire
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satires
Britannica Dictionary definition of SATIRE
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a way of using humor to show that someone or something is foolish, weak, bad, etc.
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humor that shows the weaknesses or bad qualities of a person, government, society, etc.
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His movies are known for their use of satire.
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a book, movie, etc., that uses satire
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The movie is a political/social satire.
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The play is a satiric/satirical comedy.
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her dry satiric/satirical wit
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a satiric/satirical novel
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a political subject that is usually treated satirically
