Deride and Mocking

Deride

Deride verb - To make (someone or something) the object of unkind laughter.

Mocking and deride are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Mocking" with "Deride", this verbs are similar.

Mocking

Mocking adjective - Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
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Synonyms for Mocking

Deride and mocking are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deride" instead a verb "Mocking".

Nearby Words: mock, mockery, mocked, mocker, mockingly
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