caricature
nounA portrayal that exaggerates selected traits, often for humor or criticism.
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nounAn imitation that exaggerates distinctive features for comic or critical effect.
satire
nounHumor, irony, or exaggeration used to expose and criticize faults or wrongdoing.
travesty
nounA badly distorted or absurd imitation of something worthy.
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