satire
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Jude Law and Paul Dano star in a Kremlin satire, Martin Short gets the documentary treatment on Netflix, Drake and the All-American Rejects release anticipated new albums, and more.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
The fourth season of the wealth satire is currently being filmed in the south of France, and will be set during the Cannes Film Festival.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
As a satire, it’s almost too implied — the filmmakers barely bother to develop their ideas, figuring correctly that people already agree the internet is, at best, a neutral-evil.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Some have rejected the film as flimsy satire; others have wanted its message to be edgier and more obvious.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
Mordred wore his ridiculous shoes contemptuously: they were a satire on himself.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
Vocabulary lists containing satire
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Literary Devices & Figures of Speech - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
AP English Lit exam terms
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
