burlesqued

/bɜːrlɛskt/ /bɜːrlɛskd/

Meanings

verb

To make a burlesque parody of.

Examples :

"The comedian burlesqued the school principal's stern demeanor in his act. "

verb

To ridicule, or to make ludicrous by grotesque representation in action or in language.

Examples :

"The comedian burlesqued the politician's awkward speech, exaggerating his stumbles and pauses for comedic effect. "

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Related Words

exaggerating verb

/ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪtɪŋ/ /ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪɾɪŋ/

To overstate, to describe more than is fact.

"He was exaggerating when he said he waited in line for ten hours; it was probably only two. "

representation noun

/ˌɹɛp.ɹə.zɛn.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

That which represents something else.

"The Venus of Willendorf was an early representation of the female body."

grotesque noun

/ɡɹəʊˈtɛsk/ /ɡɹoʊˈtɛsk/

A style of ornamentation characterized by fanciful combinations of intertwined forms.

"The ancient cathedral was adorned with grotesque carvings of mythical creatures and foliage. "

comedian noun

/kəˈmiːdi.ən/

An entertainer who performs in a humorous manner, especially by telling jokes.

"The comedian made everyone laugh at the school talent show. "

language noun

[ˈleɪŋɡwɪd͡ʒ]

A body of words, and set of methods of combining them (called a grammar), understood by a community and used as a form of communication.

"Deaf and mute people communicate using languages like ASL."

burlesque noun

/bə(ɹ)ˈlɛsk/

A derisive art form that mocks by imitation; a parody.

"The school play was a burlesque of the principal's overly formal speeches, exaggerating his gestures and using silly voices. "

principal noun

/ˈpɹɪnsəpəl/ /ˈpɹɪnsəp̬əl/

The money originally invested or loaned, on which basis interest and returns are calculated.

"A portion of your mortgage payment goes to reduce the principal, and the rest covers interest."

ludicrous adjective

/ˈljuː.dɪ.kɹəs/ /ˈluː.dɪ.kɹəs/

Idiotic or unthinkable, often to the point of being funny.

"He made a ludicrous attempt to run for office."

ridicule noun

/ˈɹɪdɪkjuːl/

Derision; mocking or humiliating words or behaviour

"The student's poor performance on the test became the subject of ridicule from his classmates. "

demeanor noun

/dɪˈmiːnə(ɹ)/ /dɪˈminɚ/

The social, non-verbal behaviours (such as body language and facial expressions) that are characteristic of a person.

"A confident demeanor is crucial for persuading others."

politician noun

/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪʃ.ən/ /pɑl.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

One engaged in politics, especially an elected or appointed government official.

"The politician spoke at the school assembly about the importance of community involvement. "

stumbles noun

/ˈstʌmbəlz/

A fall, trip or substantial misstep.

"After a few stumbles on the icy sidewalk, I decided to walk on the grass. "