satirize
verbUK /ˈsæt.ɪ.raɪz/
US /ˈsæt̬.ə.raɪz/
To make fun of someone or something in a clever, funny way to show what is wrong.
The cartoonist satirized the mayor's silly promises in the newspaper.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To use humor to criticize foolish behavior or ideas in a story or play.
The play satirizes greedy business people.
3. To make a funny copy of something to show its flaws.
The show satirized popular TV commercials.
4. To poke gentle fun at a person or group in writing.
The author satirized politicians in her new book.