Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mockery
noun
/ˈmɒk.ər.i/
Definition
The act of mocking or making fun of someone or something.
Examples
- His constant mockery of her ideas made her feel unwelcome.
- The comedian’s mockery of political figures drew both laughter and criticism.
- She faced mockery from her classmates for her unusual fashion choices.
Meaning
Mockery refers to the behavior or speech that ridicules or makes fun of a person, idea, or event.
Synonyms
- ridicule
- derision
- scorn
- scoffing
- taunt
