Pasquinade
noun | /pasquinade/
A satirical writing or public statement that attacks or ridicules a person, group, or institution.
Pasquinade
noun | /pasquinade/
Advanced WordsVERY HARDA satirical writing or public statement that attacks or ridicules a person, group, or institution.
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"The anonymous pamphlet was a pasquinade aimed at the corrupt officials. Means: The pamphlet used satire to attack the corrupt officials."
"His article became a sharp pasquinade against the institution’s leadership. Means: His article harshly mocked and criticized the institution’s leaders."
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A pasquinade is a pointed public satire; imagine a biting note posted for everyone to read.
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