Parody
noun /ˈpær.ə.di/ — An imitation of a style or work for comic effect
Definition
A piece of writing, music, or other creative work that imitates the style of another work or genre in an exaggerated way — typically for humorous effect.
Beyond the definition
The tribute that mocks. Parody is impossible without intimacy with the original — you cannot parody what you don't know.
Origin & history
From Greek 'parodia' — 'para' (beside, against) + 'ōdē' (song). A song sung alongside another, distorting it for effect.
Example sentences
Illustrative sentences for learning, not verified community posts or sourced quotations.
His parody of the genre was so accurate it read almost like sincere admiration.
The parody revealed the original's weaknesses more effectively than any critical essay.
A good parody doesn't destroy its target — it shows you what it looked like from outside.
How to use it
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Choose “Parody” when the meaning fits your context: A piece of writing, music, or other creative work that imitates the style of another work or genre in an exaggerated way — typically for humorous effect.
Synonyms
Antonyms
original, sincere work
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Questions about this word
What does "Parody" mean?
Parody is noun meaning: An imitation of a style or work for comic effect. A piece of writing, music, or other creative work that imitates the style of another work or genre in an exaggerated way — typically for humorous effect.
Where does the word "Parody" come from?
From Greek 'parodia' — 'para' (beside, against) + 'ōdē' (song). A song sung alongside another, distorting it for effect.