Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gibe
verb
/dʒaɪb/
Definition
To make mocking or insulting remarks.
Examples
- During the debate, the politician could not refrain from making a gibe at his opponent’s past mistakes.
- The children gibed at each other during recess, laughing and teasing.
Meaning
Gibe refers to a taunting or scornful comment or action. It is often used to describe a situation where someone mocks or ridicules another person.
Synonyms
- taunt
- scoff
- mock
- ridicule
