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ridicule

/ˈrɪdɪˌkjul/
noun
  1. Words or actions intended to make someone or something seem foolish or silly; mockery.
    • He endured years of ridicule because of his love for classical music.
    • The new student faced ridicule for his unusual accent.
    • Her idea was met with ridicule from the committee.
Synonyms
derisionscornmockery
Antonyms
respectpraise
verb
  1. To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or unkind way; to mock.
    • The other kids ridiculed him for wearing glasses.
    • She refused to ridicule her friend's mistake, even when others did.
    • Critics ridiculed the movie for its confusing plot.
Synonyms
mocktease
Antonyms
praisehonor
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