Definition of «travesty»

A travesty is a mockery or a distortion of something that was once considered important, serious or legitimate. It can refer to an act or event that parodies or makes fun of something in a way that undermines its original significance or value. Travesty often implies a sense of disrespect, ridicule or degradation towards the subject being mocked.

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The decision to cancel the highly-anticipated concert due to some minor technical issues was a travesty for the fans who had been eagerly waiting for months.
The blatant disregard for justice and fairness in the trial was a travesty, as the accused was unfairly acquitted despite overwhelming evidence against them.
The proposed budget cuts for education are a travesty, as they would greatly undermine the quality of education for future generations.
The movie adaptation of the beloved book was a complete travesty, as it completely butchered the original story and characters.
The company's treatment of its employees, with long working hours and poor pay, is a travesty of modern-day labor standards.

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Willie Soon is presenting his latest travesty of of the temperature record online, live from the Heartland Institute's latest powwow in DC (realclimate.org)
It's an utter travesty for an incredible Liverpool side not to win at Spurs. (whoframedruelfox.com)
Rakofsky now lashes out at others for his errors and omissions, and as unfortunate as it is that this suit has been filed at all, it will be a constitutional travesty if this case survived a Motion to Dismiss. (lawyerist.com)
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Definition of «travesty»

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