caricature

A caricature of Abraham Lincoln.

Meanings

Noun

A pictorial representation of someone in which distinguishing features are exaggerated for comic effect.
A grotesque misrepresentation.

Adjective

Having the characteristics of a caricature, grotesque.

Verb

To represent someone in an exaggerated or distorted manner.

Origin

From French caricature, from Italian caricatura.

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