travest

/ˈtrævɛst/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a travesty or mock something, especially a serious situation or person.

“The politician was accused of travestying the democratic process.”

2. noun

a travesty or mockery, especially of a serious situation or person.

“The comedian’s impersonation of the leader was a travest of his actual personality.”

Synonyms

  • mock
  • parody

Antonyms

  • honor
  • tribute