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caricature

noun

an exaggerated or distorted representation, especially of a person's features, to emphasize certain traits or characteristics often for humorous or satirical effect

The artist's caricature of the politician featured an enormous nose and a permanently squinting eye, capturing the public's perception of his stubbornness and arrogance.

Also satire · exaggeration · distortion · humorous portrayal

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