Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

parodia

Noun

/pəˈroʊ.di.ə/

Definition

A humorous or satirical imitation of a particular genre or style of literature, music, or art.

Examples

The film was a parodia of classic horror movies, filled with laugh-out-loud moments.
Her poem was a clever parodia of Shakespeare’s sonnets, making fun of the often overly romantic language.
The artist created a parodia of famous paintings, using modern themes to add a twist.

Meaning

Parodia refers to a work that mimics or exaggerates the characteristics of another work for comic effect, often to critique or comment on the original.