Gibe and Hoot

Gibe

Gibe noun - An aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect.

Hoot and gibe are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hoot" instead the word "Gibe" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: gibed, gibing

Hoot

Hoot noun - A vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval.
Usage example: he ignored the hoots and jeers coming from the back of the crowd and kept on speaking

Gibe and hoot are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gibe" instead the word "Hoot" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: hooted, hooter, hooting
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