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Meaning of travesties
The primary meaning of the word "travesties" refers to a representation that is grossly distorted or exaggerated, often to the point of being unrecognizable or ridiculous.
Etymology of travesties
The word "travesties" originates from the French word "travestie," which is derived from the Italian word "travestire," meaning "to disguise or distort"
Historically, the term was used in the 17th century to describe a literary or artistic work that was a distorted or exaggerated representation of another work
Synonyms
absurdities
atrocities
caricatures
corruptions
deformities
distortions
exaggerations
falsifications
grotesques
inaccuracies
misrepresentations
misinterpretations
mockeries
parodies
perversions
ridicules
satires
sham
spoofs
travesties
misuses
abuses
violations
outrages
scandals
shams
mockings
lampoons
farces
burlesques
ridicules
absurdness
preposterousness
ludicrousness
incongruities
Definitions
- A representation that is grossly distorted or exaggerated, often to the point of being unrecognizable or ridiculous
- * A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something
- * A mockery or parody, especially one that is crude or unfair
Usage Examples
- The movie was a travesty of the original book, with key characters and plot points completely altered
- * The politician's statement was a travesty of the truth, with facts distorted and manipulated for political gain
- * The parody was a clever travesty of the popular song, using humor and irony to comment on social issues
Antonyms
accuracies
authenticities
correctitudes
exactitudes
faithfulness
factualities
genuineness
honesty
preciseness
realities
truths
veracities
verities
actualities
certainties
confirmations
corroborations
validations
verifications