Definition

Noun: A sendup is a humorous or satirical imitation of someone's style, work, or mannerisms, created to amuse or criticize by exaggerating distinctive features. It is a form of parody.

Usage

The word "sendup" is used to describe a specific creative work (e.g., a sketch, article, or performance) that comically mimics another work or person. It functions as a countable noun.

Examples

• The comedy show featured a brilliant sendup of the president's speaking style.
• His latest article is a witty sendup of corporate jargon and management trends.
• The film is a hilarious sendup of classic spy movies from the 1960s.

Advanced Usage

• To do a sendup of [someone/something]: This phrase describes the act of creating a parody.
  • The comedian did a sharp sendup of several famous news anchors.

Variants and Related Words

• Send-up: An alternative spelling with a hyphen.
• Parody (n.): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "sendup," though "parody" can sometimes have a broader or more formal connotation.
• Spoof (n.): Another close synonym, emphasizing lighthearted, humorous imitation.
• Satire (n.): A broader genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize; a sendup is often a specific instance of satire.
• Lampoon (n./v.): A harsh satire or parody; can be used as both a noun and a verb.

Synonyms

• Parody
• Spoof
• Burlesque
• Takeoff
• Imitation (in a humorous context)
• Caricature (when focusing on exaggerated traits)

Idioms and Phrases

• A sendup of: The standard construction for identifying the target of the parody.
  • The skit was a clever sendup of popular reality TV shows.

Noun

1. a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way