Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heckle
verb
/ˈhɛk.əl/
Definition
To interrupt a speaker with aggressive or mocking comments.
Examples
- The comedian continued despite the audience member who tried to heckle him.
- During the debate, a few attendees chose to heckle the candidates rather than listen to their arguments.
Meaning
Heckling typically occurs during a performance or a speech, where an audience member shouts remarks to disrupt or challenge the speaker.
Synonyms
- interrupt
- mock
- taunt
- challenge
- deride
