lampoon — to publicly criticize or ridicule someone or something using humor, satire, or sarcasm
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to publicly criticize or ridicule someone or something using humor, satire, or sarcasm
Pronunciation (IPA): /læmˈpuːn/
Example Sentences
- The late-night show host loves to lampoon politicians who take themselves too seriously.
- Her novel was a brilliant lampoon of the pretentious art world.
- The students created a hilarious lampoon of their strict principal in the school newspaper.
lampoon
VERB[/læmˈpuːn/]
to publicly criticize or ridicule someone or something using humor, satire, or sarcasm
The magazine's cartoonists lampoon the mayor with a giant nose and tiny crown.
The cartoon baboon lampoons the buffoon!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'lampon,' which likely derives from the French verb 'lamper' meaning 'to drink' or 'to guzzle,' combined with the suffix '-on.' The term originally referred to drinking songs or satirical verses sung at gatherings, eventually evolving to mean harsh satire or ridicule.
Breakdown
lamp- (to drink/satirize) + -oon (diminutive/agent suffix) = lampoon (a satirical attack or drinking song of mockery)
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📝Examples
“The late-night show host loves to lampoon politicians who take themselves too seriously.”
“Her novel was a brilliant lampoon of the pretentious art world.”
“The students created a hilarious lampoon of their strict principal in the school newspaper.”
“Critics lampooned the movie for its ridiculous plot and terrible acting.”
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