Deride and Rag

Deride

Deride verb - To make (someone or something) the object of unkind laughter.
Usage example: my brothers derided our efforts, but were forced to eat their words when we won first place

Rag and deride are semantically related. in insult topic. In some cases you can use "Rag" instead a verb "Deride".

Rag

Rag verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

Deride and rag are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deride" instead a verb "Rag".

Nearby Word: ragtime

Common collocations

bit deride bit rag bit
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