satira

satire

noun SAH-tee-rah Rare

Origin: From Latin satira/satura (medley, poetic satire).

Usage Note

Satira covers the full range of satirical expression — literary, theatrical, journalistic. The Italian constitution's protection of free expression has generated rich legal debate over what qualifies as protected satira versus defamation. Well-known Italian satirical shows include Striscia la Notizia. The plural is regular: le satire.

Examples

"La satira politica è sempre stata popolare in Italia."

Natural Translation

Political satire has always been popular in Italy.

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