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Vocabulary Entry
mockery
|noun • verb
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N
noun
Derision or teasing, especially through satirical or scornful remarks.
Example Sentences
"His remarks were just a mockery of serious debate."
"The comedian turned everyday situations into a sharp mockery of society."
"She felt her efforts were met with mockery rather than support."
V
verb
To make fun of someone or something in a mocking manner.
Example Sentences
"They mocked her for her unusual fashion choices."
"It's not nice to mock someone else's mistakes."
"He often mocks the decisions of those in power during his speeches."