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burlesque

UK
/bɜːˈlɛsk/
US
/bɜrˈlɛsk/

Translations

burlesquenoun
burlesques
pl
UK
/bɜːˈlɛsk/
US
/bɜrˈlɛsk/
The theater is hosting a burlesque show this weekend.
Театр проводит бурлеск-шоу в эти выходные.
Synonyms
parody
satire
mockery
travesty
spoof
caricature
burlesqueverb
burlesqued
Past Simple
burlesqued
Past Participle
burlesquing
Gerund
The comedian loves to burlesque famous politicians in his shows.
Комик любит пародировать известных политиков в своих шоу.
Additional translations
высмеивать
искажать
Synonyms
tease
parody
mock
satirize
ridicule
burlesqueadjective
more burlesque
Comp.
most burlesque
Super.
UK
/bɜːˈlɛsk/
US
/bɜrˈlɛsk/
The performance was a burlesque parody of a classic play.
Представление было бурлескной пародией на классическую пьесу.
Additional translations
пародийный
шутовской
комический
Synonyms
ridiculous
comic
mock
satirical
parodic

Definitions

burlesquenoun
A literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation.
The play was a burlesque of the classic tragedy, filled with humorous twists and exaggerated characters.
A variety show characterized by broad comedy, dancing, and striptease.
The theater was famous for its burlesque performances, attracting audiences with its lively and entertaining acts.
burlesqueverb
To mock or parody in a humorous or exaggerated manner.
The comedian burlesqued the politician's speech, drawing laughter from the audience.
burlesqueadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a humorous and exaggerated imitation or parody.
The play was a burlesque take on the classic fairy tale, filled with slapstick humor and witty dialogue.
Of or relating to the style of entertainment featuring striptease, comedy, and variety acts.
She perfected the burlesque artistry that was popular on vaudeville stages.
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