Definitions

1. adjective

using or characterized by irony, sarcasm, or mocking humor to criticize or expose vices, follies, or abuses; mocking or ridiculing something or someone in a humorous or ironic way.

“The satirical comedy show poked fun at the politicians’ policies.”

2. noun

a literary or artistic work that uses irony, sarcasm, or mocking humor to criticize or expose vices, follies, or abuses.

“The satirical novel highlighted the issues of social inequality.”