Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poke fun at
idiom
/poʊk fʌn æt/
Definition
To make fun of someone or something; to tease or mock in a playful way.
Examples
- During the meeting, he poked fun at his own mistakes to lighten the mood.
- They enjoy poking fun at each other, but it’s all in good humor.
- It’s common to poke fun at a friend’s quirks when you’re close.
Meaning
Poking fun at someone usually involves light-hearted teasing or joking that isn’t meant to be taken too seriously.
Synonyms
- tease
- mock
- ridicule
- make fun of
