Satirist: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'satirist' when referring to a person who uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock societal norms, politics, or individuals.

• 'Jonathan Swift was a famous satirist known for his work, Gulliver's Travels
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Use 'humorist' when talking about someone who writes or performs in a humorous way. Their work is intended to entertain and amuse.

• 'Mark Twain was not only a great author but also an exceptional humorist
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Use 'wag' for a person who makes clever and amusing jokes, often in a lighthearted manner. It is usually informal.

• 'He was known as the office wag, always ready with a quick-witted comment
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Use 'lampoonist' when describing someone who specifically targets individuals or institutions with sharp, severe ridicule. The tone can often be negative or harsh.

• 'The lampoonist's column in the newspaper often targeted corrupt politicians
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