Lampoon and Squib

Lampoon

Lampoon noun - A creative work that uses sharp humor to point up the foolishness of a person, institution, or human nature in general.
Usage example: this classic musical is a lampoon of the movie business at the time when sound was introduced
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Synonyms for Lampoon

Squib is a synonym for lampoon in ridicule topic. In some cases you can use "Squib" instead the word "Lampoon" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like satire, parody. popular alternative

Nearby Words: lampooning, lampooned

Squib

Squib noun - Firework consisting of a tube filled with powder (as a broken firecracker) that burns with a fizzing noise.

Lampoon is a synonym for squib in satire topic. You can use "Lampoon" instead the word "Squib" as a noun or a verb, if it concerns topics such as ridicule intended to expose truth. popular alternative
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