Burlesque (Adjective)
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a burlesque; "burlesque theater".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The dancer's over-the-top performance was a perfect example of the burlesque style that the theater was famous for.
- The singer's campy, exaggerated stage presence was a key element of the burlesque show.
- The play's use of slapstick humor and bawdy jokes was a nod to the classic burlesque comedies of the past.
- The actress's ability to parody serious drama with a wink and a smile made her a star of the burlesque circuit.
- The choreographer's mix of striptease and comedy was a quintessential burlesque blend.