satirized
|sat-ir-ize|
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/ˈsætəˌraɪz/
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/ˈsætəraɪz/
(satirize)
mock through satire
Etymology
'satirize' originates from French, specifically the word 'satiriser', where 'satire' meant 'a satirical composition or medley'.
'satirize' changed from French 'satiriser', which derived from Latin 'satira' (meaning 'satire' or 'medley'); the English verb 'satirize' developed in the 17th century from these forms.
Initially, it meant 'to compose or treat in the manner of satire', but over time it evolved into the current meaning 'to criticize or mock by using satire'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'satirize'.
The novel satirized the hypocrisies of high society.
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Adjective 1
presented or depicted in a satirical way; mocked or ridiculed through satire.
The satirized characters were exaggerated to highlight social flaws.
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Last updated: 2025/11/30 11:39