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Definition of satiric

satiric

/səˈtɪr.ɪk/
sa · tir · ic
Adverb:satirically
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• adjective

1

Of, relating to, or characterized by satire; using irony, sarcasm, or ridicule to expose and criticize human folly or vice.

Example

"The playwright was celebrated for his satiric wit, which skewered the pretensions of high society."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "satiric" and "satirical" are interchangeable in meaning, "satirical" is significantly more common in modern English usage.

• Rhymes for satiric

• Nearby Words

satin
satiny
satire
satiric
satirical
satirically
satirist

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French satirique and Late Latin satiricus, derived from Latin satira (earlier satura, meaning a poetic medley or full dish).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Satiric. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/satiric
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