Satirical Strategies Employed on NTV’s the Wicked Edition: A Comprehensive Analysis
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Date
2024-03
Authors
Mugo, Rose Kendi
Mwai, Loise W.
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IJRISS
Abstract
Comedy has long been appreciated as a powerful form of communication that not only entertains but also
offers a platform for addressing serious societal challenges The language used in comedy, particularly in
satirical comedy, is essential in implicitly conveying social commentary. The Wicked Edition show, is
known for its use of satirical language to address societal issues indirectly. This study looks into the
relationship between language, satire, and social criticism, with an emphasis on the satirical approaches used
in the show. The study illuminates the purposeful and intended use of satire as a powerful tool for
communication, entertainment, and social criticism by conducting a thorough investigation of verbal humor,
irony, sarcasm, and hyperbole. The Wicked Edition show skillfully employs humorous strategies to
communicate essential messages, engage the audience in thought-provoking conversations, and inspire
reflection on societal expectations and behaviors. The show successfully analyzes sensitive topics such as
politics, government policies, work ethics, and community responses to the Covid-19 pandemic through the
use of irony, sarcasm, and hyperbole. Furthermore, this study delves into the socio-pragmatic aspects of the
language style employed in The Wicked Edition show, emphasizing on the incorporation of both monologue
and dialogue structures. By employing the General Theory of Verbal Humor (GTVH), this study seeks to
analyze the implicit meanings conveyed through the comedian’s linguistic style.
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Keywords
Satirical Strategies, Language Manipulation, Societal Critique, Hyperbole, Irony, Sarcasm
Citation
Mugo, R. K., & Mwai, L. W. (2024). Satirical Strategies Employed on NTV’ s the Wicked Edition: A Comprehensive Analysis. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 8(3), 361-369.