Gibe
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒaɪb/
Gibe (verb)
- to say something to make fun of someone in a mean way
Examples
- They often gibe at his unusual clothing choices.
- She gibed at his attempts to dance.
Common collocations: gibe at someone, gibe playfully, sharp gibe, exchange gibes, respond with a gibe
Gibe (noun)
- a comment made to hurt or mock someone
Examples
- His gibe about her cooking was uncalled for.
- The gibe left him feeling embarrassed.