Comedy of manners is a genre of theatrical and literary art that satirizes the contemporary society, with particular attention to its conventions and norms of behavior. It is a form of comedy that highlights the foibles and follies of the societal class system and social etiquette. There are several synonyms for the term "comedy of manners," including "satire of manners," "comedy of society," "farce of customs," "ridicule of pretense," and "burlesque of good breeding." Each of these phrases captures the essence of this genre which seeks to expose the hypocrisy and absurdity of social norms whilst entertaining and providing social commentary and critique.