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Lampooned: meaning, definitions and examples

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lampooned

 

[ læmˈpuːnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

literary critique

To lampoon someone means to publicly criticize or ridicule them, often using humor, irony, or exaggeration. This term is typically used in contexts involving satire, where the intent is to mock or deride an individual or group, particularly in the realm of politics or social norms.

Synonyms

mock, parody, ridicule, satirize

Examples of usage

  • The comedy show lampooned the politician's recent scandal.
  • The cartoonist lampooned the celebrity in his latest drawing.
  • Her novel lampoons societal norms with sharp wit.

Translations

Translations of the word "lampooned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sátirizado

🇮🇳 व्यंग्य किया गया

🇩🇪 verspottet

🇮🇩 dihina

🇺🇦 підсміялись

🇵🇱 szydzono

🇯🇵 風刺された

🇫🇷 ridiculisé

🇪🇸 sátirizado

🇹🇷 alay edildi

🇰🇷 풍자되다

🇸🇦 تم السخرية من

🇨🇿 posmívali se

🇸🇰 vysmievano

🇨🇳 讽刺

🇸🇮 posmehovan

🇮🇸 háð

🇰🇿 кекеттелді

🇬🇪 ხუმრობით გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 tənqid olunub

🇲🇽 sátirizado

Etymology

The term 'lampoon' originates from the late 17th century, derived from the French word 'lampon', which means 'let us drink'. It initially referred to a light, amusing poem or piece of writing that mocked someone or something. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass broader forms of satire, including jesting and ridicule in literary and theatrical works. The practice of lampooning became particularly popular in the context of political commentary, where humor was used to critique authority and societal norms. This evolution reflects a rich tradition in literature where humor is wielded as a tool for social critique. Today, lampooning remains a common technique in various media, including literature, television, and film.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,382, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.