parody
gb/pˈɛɹədi/ us/pˈɛɹədi/
B2
English
~ 9900
paródia, parodizál
NOUN
B2
1
paródia
B2
Usage pattern:
a parody of [something]
The show is a sharp parody of reality TV talent competitions.
A műsor a valóságshow-s tehetségkutatók éles paródiája.
They made a parody of the latest superhero movie and posted it online.
Paródiát készítettek a legújabb szuperhősfilmből, és feltették az internetre.
Her parody of the company’s training video went viral in the office.
The comedian’s parody of the prime minister had the audience in tears of laughter.
He became famous for his musical parodies of pop hits.
Learner examples
We watched a parody of a famous horror movie.
Egy híres horrorfilm paródiáját néztük.
The video is a parody of a popular song.
A videó egy népszerű dal paródiája.
He wrote a short parody of a love poem.
The TV show is a parody of cooking programs.
She enjoyed the parody because she knew the original film well.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "parody" with "parade" because they look similar. "Parody" is about a funny imitation of a work or style, while "parade" is a public procession. Another mistake is using "parody" to mean any joke; it specifically involves copying or imitating something in a humorous way.
Meaning
humorous imitation of a work
Collocations
political parody
|song parody
|video parody
|parody sketch
|online parody
|do a parody
Synonyms
spoof (Often used for light, playful parodies, especially of films and TV shows.)
|
satire (Focuses more on criticizing social or political issues, not always by direct imitation of a single work.)
Antonyms
original (A new work that is not copying or imitating another in a humorous way.)
Themes
entertainment
|media
|humor
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
A funny copy of a book, film, song, person, or style that makes jokes about the original.
A humorous or exaggerated imitation of a particular work, style, person, or genre, often used to criticize or comment on the original.
NOUN
C1
2
paródia
B2
Usage pattern:
a parody of [abstract noun]
Many observers called the rushed trial a parody of justice.
Sok megfigyelő az elhamarkodott pert az igazságszolgáltatás paródiájának nevezte.
The so‑called elections were a parody of democracy.
Az úgynevezett választások a demokrácia paródiáját jelentették.
With no safety checks and no training, the operation was a parody of professionalism.
The committee’s report was a parody of serious research, full of errors and bias.
Their attempt at customer service is a parody of what good support should be.
Learner examples
The trial was a parody of justice.
A per az igazságszolgáltatás paródiája volt.
The vote was a parody of democracy, not a real choice.
A szavazás a demokrácia paródiája volt, nem valódi választás.
His apology was a parody of respect.
The meeting was a parody of good planning.
The safety rules here are a parody of real protection.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes think this meaning is always funny, like the humorous imitation sense. In this sense, "parody" usually shows anger or strong criticism, not amusement. It is often used with serious abstract nouns like "justice," "democracy," or "process."
Meaning
extremely poor example of something
Collocations
a parody of justice
|a parody of democracy
|a grotesque parody
|a sad parody
|a parody of management
|a parody of a trial
Synonyms
travesty (Very close in meaning; often used in the same phrase, as in "a travesty of justice.")
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mockery (Emphasizes that something makes the serious idea look like a joke or not real.)
Antonyms
model (A perfect or very good example of how something should be, the opposite of an extremely poor example.)
Themes
criticism
|society
|emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A very bad and wrong example of something that should be serious, such as justice, democracy, or safety.
A situation or example that is so poor or wrong compared to what it should be that it makes the thing it represents seem ridiculous or not serious.
VERB
C1
3
parodizál
C1
Usage pattern:
to parody [someone/something]
The sketch show parodies popular commercials every week.
A szkeccsműsor minden héten népszerű reklámokat parodizál.
Several YouTubers have parodied the politician’s awkward campaign video.
Több youtuber is parodizálta a politikus kínos kampányvideóját.
The film cleverly parodies classic crime dramas from the 1970s.
Her song parodies the clichés of modern pop music.
They parodied the company’s training manual in a comedy newsletter.
Learner examples
The comedian parodied the president’s speech.
A humorista parodizálta az elnök beszédét.
Many people parody this famous song online.
Sokan parodizálják ezt a híres dalt az interneten.
The film parodies old horror movies.
He likes to parody his teacher’s voice.
The artist parodied a well‑known painting.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say "make a parody" as a verb, like *"He parody a song" without the correct verb form or ending. Use "parody" as a regular verb: "He parodied a song." Also, do not confuse "parody" with "parade"; they are completely different verbs.
Meaning
imitate something in a funny way
Collocations
parody a song
|parody a speech
|parody the style of [someone]
|parody the original
|parody a famous scene
|cleverly parody
Synonyms
spoof (Common in informal speech for light‑hearted or playful parodies, especially of films or ads.)
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lampoon (Often suggests stronger, sharper criticism, especially of people in power.)
Antonyms
imitate (To copy closely, often with respect or accuracy, without the humorous exaggeration or criticism found in a parody.)
Themes
entertainment
|media
|humor
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
To copy how a book, film, song, or person looks or sounds in a funny or extreme way.
To imitate the style, words, or behavior of a particular work, person, or genre in an exaggerated way, usually to be humorous or critical.
Grammar
Dictionary form
parody
IPA
GB/pˈɛɹədi/
US/pˈɛɹədi/
Syllables & stress
par - ody (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (par)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: parody
- Plural: parodies, parody
Verb
- Base: parody
- 3rd Person Singular: parodies
- Present Participle: parodying
- Past: parodied
Word family
Forms
parodies
noun
parodying
verb
parodied
verb
Related words
parodist
noun
Advanced or less common
parodic
adjective
parodically
adverb
Expressions
a parody of justice
1/ə pˈɛɹədi əv d͡ʒˈʌstɪs/
fixed phrase
extremely unfair legal process
A legal process, such as a trial, that is so unfair and wrong that it does not deserve to be called real justice.
Examples
- Human rights groups called the secret trial a parody of justice.
- Without a lawyer or a chance to speak, the hearing was a parody of justice.
parody account
1/pˈɛɹədi əkˈaʊnt/
fixed phrase
humorous fake social media profile
A social media account that copies the name or style of a real person or group to post funny or joking messages.
Examples
- The celebrity complained that a parody account was confusing her fans.
- Many people followed the parody account that mocked corporate buzzwords.
political parody
1/pəlˈɪtɪkəl pˈɛɹədi/
fixed phrase
humorous imitation of politics
A funny copy or show that makes jokes about politicians, governments, or elections.
Examples
- The show is known for its sharp political parody during election season.
- Online political parody has become a popular way to comment on government policies.
song parody
1/sˈɔŋ pˈɛɹədi/
fixed phrase
humorous version of a song
A funny copy of a well‑known song, usually with new words that make jokes.
Examples
- He became famous on YouTube for his song parodies of pop hits.
- The students performed a song parody about exam stress at the talent show.