What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
parodistic
Example
The comedian's parodistic impression of the president had the audience in stitches. [parodistic: adjective]
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The movie was a parodistic take on classic horror films, with exaggerated characters and over-the-top special effects. [parodistic: adjective]
parodic
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The play was a parodic retelling of a classic Shakespearean tragedy, with modern language and pop culture references. [parodic: adjective]
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The comedian's parodic impression of the president had the audience in stitches. [parodic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Parodic is more commonly used than parodistic in everyday language, especially in academic or literary contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between parodistic and parodic?
Both parodistic and parodic can be used in formal or informal contexts, depending on the tone and purpose of the work or performance being described.
