Lampoon
To publicly criticize or mock someone or something through satire or ridicule.
verbLampoon
To publicly criticize or mock someone or something through satire or ridicule.
verbImagine This
Picture a newspaper cartoonist drawing an exaggerated caricature of a smug politician, with a bright lamp illuminating the flaws the cartoon highlights, and the crowd giggling at the mockery.
Sounds Like
luh-POON
Looks Like
A satirical cartoon or spoof
Remember This
Lampoon is a biting satire or spoof; as a noun it refers to the satirical piece itself, as a verb it means to ridicule through satire.
Other Forms
Connect With
satire, parody, ridicule, caricature, spoof
Note
Common mistakes: confusing lampoon with pam ph let or assuming it means mere humor. Lampoon always implies biting, targeted ridicule or satire rather than gentle jokes. In formal contexts, reserve lampoon for sharp, pointed critique.