👉 Lampooners are individuals who criticize or mock someone's opinions, beliefs, or actions in a negative and critical manner. They often use derogatory language, make light of their targets' feelings, and generate controversy by spreading rumors, innuendos, or outright lies about them. Lampooners can be either humorous or serious, depending on the context in which they are used. In general, lampooning is a form of satire that uses humor to ridicule or mock someone or something