Uncovering Fescenninity: The Lowbrow Humor of Ancient Rome

Fescenninity is a term used in ancient Roman literature and culture to describe a type of humor or satire that was considered lowbrow or vulgar. The word is derived from the Latin word "fescen," which means "a jest" or "a mockery." Fescenninity was often used to describe jokes, songs, or other forms of entertainment that were considered coarse or off-color.

In ancient Rome, fescenninity was not always looked down upon. In fact, it was sometimes celebrated as a way of poking fun at the powerful and wealthy elites. However, as the Roman Empire became more conservative and traditional, fescenninity came to be seen as a negative trait, associated with lowbrow culture and moral decay.

Today, the term "fescenninity" is not commonly used, but it has been revived in some academic circles as a way of describing certain types of humor or satire that are considered taboo or transgressive.