
Spoof
Cultural Understanding
Spoofs often reference popular culture, so knowledge of the source material helps in understanding the humor.

The spoof included funny references to the original superhero movies.
Humor Tone
Spoofs are not meant to offend but to entertain by playfully mocking something familiar.

The film was a spoof, filled with light-hearted jokes about the fantasy genre.
Not Always Funny
What is considered a humorous spoof can differ among cultures and individuals.

She didn't laugh at the spoof, failing to see the humor in it.
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BurlesqueCaricatureFarceImitationLampoonMimicryMockeryParodyRidiculeSatire
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