satirical

/səˈtɪrɪkl/ (bre, ipa) · /səˈtɪrɪkl/ (ame, ipa)

satirical — adjective

  • satiricalpositive
  • more satiricalcomparative
  • most satiricalsuperlative

1. using humour, exaggeration, or irony to mock and criticise people, ideas, or soc

1.形容詞B2
釋義

using humour, exaggeration, or irony to mock and criticise people, ideas, or society, often with a political aim

例句

Known for its satirical cartoons, the magazine has a loyal following among young readers.

collocation: satirical cartoons

Paloma wrote a satirical play that made fun of corporate culture in Seoul.

同義詞
  • ironic

    emphasises saying the opposite of what is meant; a narrower technique that satire often uses but does not fully equal

  • sarcastic

    focuses on verbal cruelty or scorn; satirical work may include sarcasm but is usually broader in intent

  • mocking

    less formal and does not imply a larger critical or political purpose

  • sardonic

    conveys a more bitter, dismissive tone than satirical

反義詞
  • serious

    lacks the humorous or ironic intention of satire

  • earnest

    sincere and straightforward, without the critical distance that satire requires

用法筆記

Frequently used of media genres — articles, cartoons, plays, television shows, and online content. The target of the satire is typically an institution, a public figure, or a social trend.

常見錯誤

❌His sarcastic article criticised the government.
✅His satirical article criticised the government.
💡'sarcastic' refers to a bitter or cutting tone in speech; 'satirical' describes a genre of humour that mocks to expose flaws, not just a harsh attitude.