satirist

noun

sat·​i·​rist ˈsa-tə-rist How to pronounce satirist (audio)
Synonyms of satiristnext
: one that satirizes
especially : a writer of satire

Examples of satirist in a Sentence

social satirists of the American Dream the great British satirist, Jonathan Swift
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Instead, Farage's main opponent is Count Binface, a political satirist posing as a comic space alien, with a keen interest in earthly matters, including the positioning of a hand dryer in the men's toilet in a pub in west London. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Anna Juul is a screenwriter and novelist, satirist and board member with the Danish Mental Health Fund. — Sabrina Jaszi, The Dial, 4 Aug. 2026 Harvey is a comedian and satirist who, as Count Binface, has run against three prime ministers in the past decade. — Fatima Al-Kassab, NPR, 10 July 2026 But the September 11 attacks changed everything, including the work of satirists. — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for satirist

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of satirist was in 1566

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“Satirist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satirist. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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satirist

noun
sat·​i·​rist ˈsat-ə-rəst How to pronounce satirist (audio)
: a person who satirizes

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