讽
satirize; recite
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to satirize; to mock with implicit words
literaryCommonly used in formal and literary contexts to describe indirect criticism or teasing.
His essays are often used to satirize the unhealthy phenomena in society.
Netizens responded to this unreasonable policy with sarcasm and mockery.
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She mocked his boasting with a playful joke.
This novel satirizes bureaucratic style through detailed descriptions.
His speech is full of satire of fake social interactions.
verb
to recite; to chant aloud from memory
formalA classical and formal usage, mostly seen in ancient texts and formal literary contexts.
Ancient students often recited Confucian classics in school halls.
The old monk chants Buddhist scriptures in the hall every morning.
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He likes to recite ancient poems when the night is quiet.
When we were little, our teacher asked us to recite famous ancient essays.
He can recite the entire Li Sao fluently.