satirize

verb

sat·​i·​rize ˈsa-tə-ˌrīz How to pronounce satirize (audio)
satirized; satirizing

intransitive verb

: to utter or write satire

transitive verb

: to censure or ridicule by means of satire
satirizable adjective

Examples of satirize in a Sentence

The book satirizes contemporary life.
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The show satirizes some elements of televangelism with biting humor but depicts Tammy as a complicated woman who encouraged others to follow her mission to lead with love. Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 In director Mary Harron’s original American Psycho, Bale’s sinister character — who may or may not be a serial killer — satirizes 1980s white-collar American culture and consumerism. Becca Longmire, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024 Wow Platinum, a ruthless reporter meant to satirize the most unhinged Fox News personalities, and Jon Voight is surprisingly compelling as the business titan Hamilton Crassus III, despite the character’s lack of depth. Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 The show also loves to satirize show business and multiple episodes are set in Hollywood. Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for satirize 

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

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The first known use of satirize was in 1616

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“Satirize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satirize. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

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satirize

verb
sat·​i·​rize ˈsat-ə-ˌrīz How to pronounce satirize (audio)
satirized; satirizing
: to make fun of or show the weaknesses of by using satire

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