parodist

/ˈpærədɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who creates or performs parodies, often in a humorous or satirical manner.

“The comedian was a skilled parodist who could mimic the voices of famous actors.”

2. noun

A person who makes a humorous or ironic imitation of something, such as a literary or musical work.

“The parodist’s version of the classic novel was a clever send-up of the original story.”

Synonyms

  • imposter
  • mimic
  • parodier
  • satirist

Antonyms

  • authenticator
  • originalist