Deride
Pronunciation: /dɪˈraɪd/
Deride (verb)
- To laugh at someone or something in a way that shows you think it is foolish or not worth respect.
- To speak about a person or idea with harsh jokes or scorn, to make others see it as wrong or silly.
Examples
- She derides his mistakes with contempt.
- They deride the old plan as if it were worthless.