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Wordabulary

parody

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

A piece of writing, music, or performance that imitates something else for comic effect.

"The comedy show aired a parody of the popular superhero film."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

spoof satire

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The comedy show aired a _____ of the popular superhero film."

Answer: parody

In your own words, what does "parody" mean?

A piece of writing, music, or performance that imitates something else for comic effect.

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