Deride and Rib

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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

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Rib is a synonym for deride in insult topic. In some cases you can use "Rib" instead a verb "Deride".

Rib verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.

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Deride is a synonym for rib. You can use "Deride" instead a verb "Rib".

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