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jeering

/ˈdʒɪrɪŋ/
noun
  1. Rude or mocking remarks or sounds made to show disrespect or disapproval.
    • The crowd's jeering made the speaker lose his train of thought.
    • She tried to ignore the jeering from the opposing team's fans.
    • The jeering grew louder as the referee made the controversial call.
Antonyms
cheeringapplause
adjective
  1. Making rude or mocking remarks or sounds.
    • The jeering audience booed the performer off the stage.
    • The jeering students were sent to the principal's office.
    • He faced a jeering crowd as he walked into the courtroom.
Synonyms
mockingtauntingscornful
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