satirical

The definition of satirical is something that uses or contains satire, which is humor or irony that is sarcastic or ridiculing.

(adjective)

An example of a satirical play is a play that uses irony and dark humor.

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See satirical in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. of, like, or containing satire
  2. indulging in, or fond of indulging in, satire
Also satiric

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See satirical in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Of, relating to, or characterized by satire. See Synonyms at sarcastic.

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  • sa·tirˈi·cal·ly adverb

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