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Grammar : Adj
Spell : suh-tir-i-kuhl or suh-tir-ik
Phonetic Transcription : səˈtɪr ɪ kəl or səˈtɪr ɪk



Definition of satirical

Origin :
  • 1520s, from Late Latin satiricus, from Latin satira "satire, poetic medley" (see satire (n.)) + -al (1). Related: Satirically.
  • adj mocking
Example sentences :
  • Many complained that he was reserved, silent, satirical, and haughty.
  • Extract from : « Vivian Grey » by Earl of Beaconsfield, Benjamin Disraeli
  • The satirical farce was a popular dramatic form of the time.
  • Extract from : « The Group » by Mercy Warren
  • He is bitter and satirical, and seems to be sadly conscious of the realities of human life.
  • Extract from : « Statesman » by Plato
  • But Harriet was sure that she was satirical because she was so calm.
  • Extract from : « Where Angels Fear to Tread » by E. M. Forster
  • He bowed his head and gracefully thanked the satirical Vose.
  • Extract from : « A Waif of the Mountains » by Edward S. Ellis
  • Has any disaster befallen you that you are become so satirical and severe?'
  • Extract from : « Lord Kilgobbin » by Charles Lever
  • Campaspe, on the other hand, is entirely devoid of any ethical or satirical motive.
  • Extract from : « John Lyly » by John Dover Wilson
  • The doctor was never weary of launching his satirical shafts at the king.
  • Extract from : « Art in England » by Dutton Cook
  • "And satirical in all, I'll vouch for you, lieutenant;" said Optimus.
  • Extract from : « The English Spy » by Bernard Blackmantle
  • I looked at myself this morning in the glass—no satirical looks, my love!
  • Extract from : « The Home » by Fredrika Bremer

Synonyms for satirical

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