Ridiculize

Pronunciation: /ˈɑɹˈaɪˈdɪkˈjuɫiˈzi/

Ridiculize (verb)

  1. To make someone or something seem silly by laughing at it or speaking about it in a way that shows you do not respect it.
  2. To criticize in a way that makes the target look foolish, often in public writing or speech.

Examples

  • They ridiculize the new idea with laughter.
  • He ridiculizes his opponent with laughter during the debate.