Definitions
- Describing a humorous or exaggerated representation of someone's appearance or characteristics. - Referring to a satirical drawing or portrayal that emphasizes and exaggerates certain features or traits. - Talking about a comical or exaggerated imitation of someone's behavior or mannerisms.
- Referring to a written or visual work that mocks or ridicules a person, group, or institution. - Describing a satirical piece that uses humor and irony to criticize or make fun of someone or something. - Talking about a humorous or sarcastic imitation that exposes flaws or absurdities in a humorous way.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve humor and satire.
- 2Both aim to mock or ridicule someone or something.
- 3Both use exaggeration to create comedic effect.
- 4Both can be in the form of drawings, writings, or performances.
- 5Both are meant to entertain and provoke laughter.
What is the difference?
- 1Medium: Caricature is primarily associated with visual art, while lampoon is more commonly used for written or verbal satire.
- 2Focus: Caricature emphasizes the exaggerated portrayal of physical features or mannerisms, while lampoon focuses on mocking or ridiculing someone or something through humor and irony.
- 3Scope: Caricature can be specific to an individual or their appearance, while lampoon can target a broader range of subjects, including institutions, groups, or societal issues.
- 4Intent: Caricature is often created for entertainment purposes, while lampoon may have a more critical or political intent.
- 5Usage: Caricature is more commonly used as a noun, while lampoon can be used as both a noun and a verb.
Remember this!
Caricature and lampoon are both forms of satire that aim to entertain and provoke laughter. However, they differ in their medium, focus, scope, intent, and usage. Caricature is primarily associated with visual art and emphasizes the exaggerated portrayal of physical features or mannerisms. On the other hand, lampoon is more commonly used for written or verbal satire, focusing on mocking or ridiculing someone or something through humor and irony, with a broader scope and potentially more critical intent.
