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Travesty

Verb / ˈtrævʌsti: / Another word for travesty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a false, absurd, or distorted representation of something

Synonyms & similar words

lampoon takeoff pasquinade mockery burlesque charade parody spoof puton farcecomedy farce sendup parody mockery farce caricature imitation ridicule lampoon spoof burlesque pastiche distortion exaggeration farcical absurdity charade sham fraud phony deception hoax

Example sentences

  1. The news article was a travesty of the truth.
  2. The movie was a travesty of the book it was based on.
  3. The politician's speech was a travesty of justice.
  4. The fashion show was a travesty of style.
  5. The painting was a travesty of art.

Quotes

  • A travesty of a mockery of a sham.
  • Life is a comedy to those who think, a tragedy to those who feel, and a travesty to those who sing.
  • The travesty of the human condition is that we are simultaneously gods and apes.

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