Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scoff
verb
/skÉ’f/
Definition
to speak about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.
Examples
- She scoffed at the idea that he was serious about his plans.
- The critics scoffed at the movie, calling it a waste of time.
- He couldn’t help but scoff when he heard the absurd suggestion.
Meaning
To scoff at something means to show that you do not take it seriously and to mock or ridicule it.
Synonyms
- mock
- ridicule
- deride
- dismiss
- taunt
