satiriska

Satiriska is a Swedish adjective meaning "satirical" or "relating to satire." It is used to describe works, media, or humor that employs satire—such as irony, exaggeration, parody, or ridicule—to critique politics, society, or individuals. The term covers a broad range of genres and forms, including literature, journalism, film, theatre, and online media.

In Swedish grammar, the form satiriska is used with plural nouns, as in satiriska texter or satiriska filmer. The corresponding singular forms are satirisk (en satirisk bok) and satiriskt (ett satiriskt verk). The word can describe genres, tones, or stylistic devices that aim to reveal flaws or pomp through humorous or biting commentary.

Etymology traces the word to Latin satira, via the term satira in various European languages, ultimately entering Swedish to denote a genre and its expressive approach. Satire has a long-standing role in Western literary and media traditions as a tool for social critique, political commentary, and cultural reflection. In contemporary Swedish, satiriska usage remains common in descriptions of media content, editorial voice, and artistic works that apply satire to examine power, norms, and public life.