Satirically: meaning, definitions and examples

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satirically

 

[ ˌsæt.ɪˈrɪk.əl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

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.

See also: satire, satirical, satirist.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,988 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.