Pastiche/pæˈstiːʃ/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Artistic Tribute Pastiche celebrates other works, often as homage, not just copy. The director's film was a pastiche of his childhood hero's movies. Pro Tip 2/3Not Satire Unlike a parody, pastiche isn't meant to mock but to honor the original style. Her novel is a respectful pastiche of 19th-century literature. Pro Tip 3/3Genre Blending Pastiche can mix elements from different genres to create something unique. His music is a pastiche, blending jazz, classical, and pop.