Mockery: meaning, definitions and examples

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mockery

[ ˈmɒkəri ]

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in conversation

Ridicule, derision, or teasing in a contemptuous or dismissive manner.

Synonyms

derision, ridicule, teasing

Examples of usage

He couldn't take the mockery anymore and decided to leave the party.
She was subjected to constant mockery by her classmates.
Don't pay attention to their mockery, just focus on your goals.

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in a competitive environment

The act of making something seem laughably inadequate or inferior.

Synonyms

farce, imitation, parody

Examples of usage

The team's victory was a mockery of the opponent's skills.
His attempt at singing was a mockery of the original song.

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informal

To tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner.

Synonyms

ridicule, taunt, tease

Examples of usage

They mocked his outfit, but he didn't let it bother him.
She mocked his attempt at cooking by pretending to gag.

Translations

Translations of the word "mockery" in other languages:

🇵🇹 zombaria

gozação
escárnio

🇮🇳 मज़ाक

🇩🇪 Spott

🇮🇩 ejekan

🇺🇦 насмішка

🇵🇱 drwina

🇯🇵 嘲笑

🇫🇷 moquerie

🇪🇸 burla

🇹🇷 alay

🇰🇷 조롱

🇸🇦 سخرية

🇨🇿 posměch

🇸🇰 posmech

🇨🇳 嘲笑

🇸🇮 posmeh

🇮🇸 háð

🇰🇿 мысқыл

🇬🇪 ქილიკი

🇦🇿 istehza

🇲🇽 burla

Word origin

The word 'mockery' originated from the Middle English word 'mokerie', which came from the Old French word 'mocherie'. The concept of mockery has been present throughout history, with examples of satire and parody in ancient civilizations. Mockery is often used as a form of social commentary or humor, but can also be a tool for intimidation or bullying.

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