parody
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpærədi/
KK: /ˈpærədi/
noun
Definition
A type of work that imitates the style of another work or author, often in a humorous or mocking way.
Example
The comedian's latest skit was a hilarious parody of popular reality shows.
Conversation
Have you seen that new movie that’s a parody of superhero films?
Yeah, I watched it last weekend, and it was hilarious!
I love how they exaggerated all the typical scenes in a parody style.
Totally! It’s nice to see a funny twist on what we usually expect.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
caricature
satire
imitation
Antonyms
homage
seriousness
originality
transitive verb
Definition
To create a humorous or exaggerated imitation of something, often to criticize or comment on it.
Example
The comedian decided to parody the famous movie to make people laugh.
Tense Forms
Past: parodied
Past Participle: parodied
Conversation
Did you see that video where they parody famous movies?
Yeah, it was hilarious! I loved how they imitated the characters.
I think I want to try to parody my favorite film for my project.
Root Explanation
Parody → It is formed from "parodia" (from Greek "parōidia", meaning a song sung beside or a burlesque) and the suffix "-y" (indicating a quality or condition). The word "parody" refers to a work that imitates the style of another work in a humorous or satirical way.
Memory Tip
Think of a humorous song or imitation ('parōidia') that is meant to entertain or critique — that's what a parody does.
Visually Confused Words
beparody
prod
pard