Juvenalian Satire

Juvenalian satire is a form of humor that sharply criticizes societal flaws, corruption, or injustice using serious, often harsh tones. Named after the Roman poet Juvenal, it employs irony, sarcasm, and moral outrage to highlight issues and provoke reflection or change. Unlike more lighthearted satire, Juvenalian satire confronts its audience with uncomfortable truths, aiming to expose problems by emphasizing their severity and moral failing, prompting the reader to consider deeper societal critiques and reforms.