Lampooner (Noun)
Meaning
Mimics literary or musical style for comic effect.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The lampooner cleverly parodied the romantic novelist's overly dramatic prose in a hilarious article.
- As a master lampooner, the comedian expertly skewered the pretentious lyrics of indie rock bands.
- The satirical magazine relied on the talents of its resident lampooner to mock the writing styles of famous authors.
- The lampooner's impressions of the classical composer's musical phrasing were so ridiculous that the audience roared with laughter.
- The television show featured a lampooner who hilariously imitated the distinctive narrative voice of a popular true crime podcast.