Meaning of the word travesty in English
What does travesty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
travesty
US /ˈtræv.ə.sti/
UK /ˈtræv.ə.sti/
Noun
1.
something that fails to represent the values and qualities that it is intended to represent, in a way that is shocking or offensive:
Example:
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Their production of "Sweeney Todd" was the worst I've ever seen - it was a travesty.
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