Satirically: meaning, definitions and examples
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satirically
[ ˌsæt.ɪˈrɪk.əl.i ]
used in writing or speech
In a manner that uses irony, sarcasm, or ridicule to criticize or mock someone or something.
Synonyms
ironically, mockingly, sarcastically
Examples of usage
- She satirically commented on the absurdity of the situation.
- The comedian delivered his lines satirically, making the audience burst into laughter.
Translations
Translations of the word "satirically" in other languages:
🇵🇹 satiricamente
🇮🇳 व्यंग्यात्मक रूप से
🇩🇪 satirisch
🇮🇩 secara satir
🇺🇦 сатирично
🇵🇱 satyrycznie
🇯🇵 風刺的に (ふうしてきに)
🇫🇷 satiriquement
🇪🇸 sátiricamente
🇹🇷 alaycı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 풍자적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل ساخر
🇨🇿 satiricky
🇸🇰 satiricky
🇨🇳 讽刺地 (fěngcì dì)
🇸🇮 satirično
🇮🇸 háðulega
🇰🇿 сатиралық түрде
🇬🇪 სატირული
🇦🇿 satirik şəkildə
🇲🇽 sátiricamente
Word origin
The adverb 'satirically' is derived from the noun 'satire,' which originated from the Latin word 'satura' meaning a dish filled with a mixture of various ingredients. Over time, 'satire' evolved to refer to a literary work in which human vices, follies, or shortcomings are held up to ridicule, often with the intent of shaming individuals, corporations, government, or society itself into improvement. The adverb 'satirically' captures the essence of this satirical approach, using irony and sarcasm to critique and provoke thought.