parody
Definitions
A humorous or mocking imitation of a writer, work, or style
滑稽模仿，戏仿（作品）
A poor or distorted version of something that makes it seem ridiculous
拙劣的模仿，歪曲的版本
To imitate someone or something in an exaggerated, comic way
（滑稽地）模仿，戏仿
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpara (beside) + ōidē (song) = "a song sung beside" the original — from the SONG source. A parody runs alongside a real work, copying it closely but twisting it for laughs or criticism.
Root ode still carries 5 more wordsWhy It Means This
The hidden "-ody" is ōidē, song. A parody literally sings "beside" (para-) the original, staying close enough to be recognizable while exaggerating it into comedy. The second sense is bleaker: "a parody of justice" means a process so distorted it only mocks the real thing.
Common Collocations
- 1.a parody of对……的戏仿
- 2.write a parody写戏仿作品
- 3.self-parody自我戏仿
- 4.parody account（社交媒体）恶搞账号
Example Sentences
- 1.
The show is a sharp parody of daytime talk shows.
- 2.
He wrote a parody of a famous love poem.
- 3.
The comedians parodied the politician's speech mannerisms.
Easily Confused
parody vs satire vs pastiche — a parody mocks one specific work or style by exaggerating it. Satire attacks faults in society or people, using any tool (a parody can be satire). A pastiche imitates a style with admiration, not mockery. Twisting one target for laughs → parody.