Travesty (Verb)
Meaning
Make a travesty of.
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- The comedian's silly antics made a travesty of the awards show, leaving many in the audience feeling embarrassed.
- Their lack of preparation made a travesty of the important business meeting, causing them to lose the potential client.
- The politician's corruption made a travesty of the democratic process, eroding the public's trust.
- The director's changes made a travesty of the original novel, sparking outrage among fans.
- The singer's off-key performance made a travesty of the classic song, earning her a chorus of boos.