Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ridicule
verb
/ˈrɪdɪkjuːl/
Definition
To subject someone or something to mockery or derision.
Examples
- She felt humiliated when her ideas were ridiculed in front of the entire team.
- It’s not nice to ridicule others for their mistakes.
- The comedian often ridicules popular trends in his stand-up routine.
Meaning
Ridicule refers to the act of making fun of someone or something in a scornful manner. It often implies a lack of respect towards the subject being ridiculed, emphasizing their flaws or shortcomings.
Synonyms
- mock
- deride
- taunt
- scorn
- jeer
