satirical writing

Satirical writing uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize or mock people, institutions, or society.

The goal is typically to expose foolishness, hypocrisy, or corruption while entertaining readers.

Unlike straightforward criticism, satirical writing relies on wit and indirect attack—a politician might be praised so lavishly that the praise becomes absurd, revealing the writer's actual contempt.

The essay was satirical writing at its best, skewering corporate greed through fake self-help advice.