satirist

noun

sat·​i·​rist ˈsa-tə-rist 

: one that satirizes

especially : a writer of satire

Examples of satirist in a Sentence

social satirists of the American Dream

the great British satirist, Jonathan Swift

Recent Examples on the Web

Harvey is a comedian and satirist who, as Count Binface, has run against three prime ministers in the past decade. — Fatima Al-Kassab, NPR, 10 July 2026

But the September 11 attacks changed everything, including the work of satirists. — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026

Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher, center left, applauds for John Mellencamp during the 27th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Celebrating Bill Maher. — Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

For a satirist or a cynic, Esperantists are easy fodder. — Katie Thornton, Harpers Magazine, 26 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

satirist

noun

sat·​i·​rist ˈsat-ə-rəst 

: a person who satirizes