Mocker: meaning, definitions and examples

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mocker

 

[ ˈmɒkə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person

A person who mocks or teases others, often in a playful or teasing manner. Mockers may imitate someone or make fun of them in a lighthearted way.

Synonyms

mimic, ridiculer, teaser.

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Word Description / Examples
mocker

Typically used to describe someone who makes fun of others in a hurtful or scornful way. This word has a negative connotation.

  • The boy was known as a mocker because he always taunted his classmates with cruel jokes
  • Her harsh words marked her as a mocker among her peers
teaser

Often used to describe someone who makes playful or provoking comments. This word can be light-hearted and friendly, but context can make it negative.

  • She was a friendly teaser who loved to make her friends laugh
  • Sometimes his teasing went too far and hurt people's feelings
mimic

Used when imitating someone, often in a playful or humorous way, but can also be used in a neutral or negative sense.

  • The comedian would mimic famous politicians during his show
  • The child mimicked his teacher's voice and mannerisms
ridiculer

Describes someone who is critical and mocking in a dismissive or demeaning way. It's usually used in a negative context.

  • He became the ridiculer of the group's ideas, always finding a way to belittle their plans
  • The ridiculer made everyone feel uncomfortable with his constant sarcasm

Examples of usage

  • He's such a mocker, always imitating people's voices and mannerisms.
  • Don't take him seriously, he's just a mocker trying to get a reaction out of you.
Context #2 | Noun

bird

A type of bird known for its ability to mimic sounds from its environment. Mockers are often found in urban areas and are known for their diverse vocal range.

Synonyms

mockingbird.

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mocker

Used to describe a person who ridicules or makes fun of others in a mean-spirited or contemptuous way. It often carries a negative connotation.

  • The class clown was a notorious mocker, always imitating the teacher's mannerisms to get laughs.
  • She felt hurt by her friend's constant mocker behavior, which seemed to undermine her confidence.
mockingbird

A common North American bird known for its mimicry of other birds' songs. This word is primarily used in biological contexts or can symbolize imitation and mimicry in literature or everyday speech.

  • The mockingbird sang beautifully, imitating the calls of several different species.
  • In the famous novel, 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' the bird represents innocence and the idea of not harming those who do no harm.

Examples of usage

  • The mocker outside my window can imitate car alarms and phone ringtones.

Translations

Translations of the word "mocker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 zombador

🇮🇳 मज़ाक उड़ाने वाला (mazak udane wala)

🇩🇪 Spötter

🇮🇩 pengejek

🇺🇦 насмішник

🇵🇱 drwina

🇯🇵 あざける人 (azakeru hito)

🇫🇷 moqueur

🇪🇸 burlón

🇹🇷 alaycı

🇰🇷 조롱하는 사람 (joronghaneun saram)

🇸🇦 ساخر (sakhir)

🇨🇿 posměváček

🇸🇰 posmievač

🇨🇳 嘲笑者 (cháoxiào zhě)

🇸🇮 zasmehovalec

🇮🇸 háðfugl

🇰🇿 мазақтаушы (mazaktaushy)

🇬🇪 დამცინავი (daminavi)

🇦🇿 lağlağaçı

🇲🇽 burlón

Etymology

The word 'mocker' originated from the Middle English word 'mokeren', meaning 'to make fun of'. It has been used in English language since the 14th century to describe someone who mimics or taunts others. The term has evolved to also refer to a type of bird with exceptional vocal abilities, known as the mockingbird.

See also: mock, mockery, mocking, mockingbird, mockingly.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,815, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.