Deride

/dɪˈraɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To ridicule or mock someone or something in a contemptuous manner.

The critics derided the film for its unrealistic plot.

To express scorn or contempt for; to laugh at or make fun of.

He was derided by his peers for his unconventional ideas.

To treat someone or something as absurd or worthless.

The professor derided the student's claims as unfounded.

To speak of someone or something in a mocking manner.

They derided her efforts to start a new business, claiming she would fail.

To belittle someone through mockery or disdainful remarks.

She felt hurt when her friends derided her new haircut.

From Latin deridere, meaning 'to scoff at'

deriding laughter

Laughter that expresses scorn

to deride someone's efforts

To mock someone's attempts or endeavors

mock

To tease or laugh at in a scornful manner.

ridicule

Speech or action intended to cause contemptuous laughter.

To roast

He really roasted his friend during the game.

Throw shade

She threw shade at his outfit during the meeting.