satirize

Meanings

• verb

  make hideous or ridiculous by caricaturing or making excessive fun of

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with satirize
realizes , appalizes , venerizes

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Variants

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satirizable , satirize , satirized , satirizes , satirizing , satirise , satirised , satirises , satirising

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Etymology

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Originally from the Latin satirare, meaning 'to attack with ridicule'.

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Trivia

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1. The ancient Roman poet Juvenal is considered one of the greatest satirists in history.

2. Satire has been used throughout history to criticize political leaders, social norms, and even religious beliefs.

3. The term 'satire' comes from the Latin word 'satura', meaning 'full' or 'abundant'. It was originally used to describe a type of poem that was rich in content and humor.

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Related Concepts

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1. Irony: A form of satire that uses words or actions to convey a meaning that is opposite to its literal meaning.

2. Parody: A form of satire that imitates the style or subject matter of another work with deliberate exaggeration or mockery.

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Culture

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Satire is a literary and artistic form of humor, mockery, irony, and social criticism. It has been used throughout history to challenge power, critique society, and entertain audiences.

How to Memorize "satirize"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine making fun of someone or something in a way that exaggerates their flaws or weaknesses to make a point or entertain an audience.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'satirize' with the idea of using humor to criticize or challenge power or societal norms.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the root word 'satire' and associating it with the meaning 'to attack with ridicule'.

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