Choose the appropriate synonym of the underlined word from the options given.
The Class 12 students chose to lampoon the strict canteen rules in their farewell skit.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Parody
In the given sentence, lampoon means to make fun of someone or something in public through funny writing or acting. Its synonym is parody. Example: The cartoonist loves to lampoon leaders who make big promises.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Parody (answer) | to copy the style of someone or something in a funny way (same as lampoon) | The comedy show likes to parody old Hindi film songs. |
| (2) Protest | to say or show strongly that you do not agree with something (open objection, not mockery) | The residents protested against the closing of the park. |
| (3) Extol | to praise very highly (the opposite of lampoon) | Dadaji loves to extol the taste of village food. |
| (4) Ignore | to pay no attention to | Try to ignore the noise from the building site and finish your homework. |
| Synonyms of lampoon: parody, mock, ridicule, satirise Antonyms of lampoon: extol, praise, honour |