1. a literary or dramatic work that ridicules or mocks something by exaggerating its characteristics in a humorous way
Usage: often used to describe comedic theatrical performances or satirical writing

1. characterized by exaggerated humor, ridicule, or mockery; absurdly comic
Usage: describes the style or tone of something meant to be funny through exaggeration

Examples

• The play was a burlesk of Victorian manners, exaggerating every social convention to absurd levels.
• His burlesk performance had the audience laughing at every over-the-top gesture.
• The novel uses burlesk humor to critique the pretensions of the wealthy elite.
• She delivered a burlesk monologue that parodied famous political speeches.
• The film's burlesk style made fun of action movie clichés.
• He wrote a burlesk poem that mocked romantic poetry conventions.