Meaning & Definition of word "Ridicule"

Ridicule

/ˈrɪdɪˌkjuːl/

1. The act of making fun of someone or something in a mocking way.
- Example: The comedian's routine was filled with ridicule directed at societal norms.
2. Contribution to laughter or mockery.
- Example: She faced ridicule for her unusual fashion choices at the party.

1. To subject someone or something to mockery or contempt.
- Example: He was ridiculed by his peers for his unconventional ideas.
2. To make fun of someone or something in a mocking manner.
- Example: The article ridiculed the politician's latest proposal as impractical.

●Late Latin 'ridiculum', meaning 'a jest, joke', from 'ridere' meaning 'to laugh'.

to ridicule someone:

to make fun of or belittle someone

laughingstock:

a person subjected to ridicule or mockery

to be ridiculed:

to be made fun of or scorned by others

mock:

to tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner

scorn:

the feeling or belief that something or someone is worthless or despicable

deride:

to express contempt for; to ridicule

Meaning: to roast

● Example Sentence: He got roasted during the comedy show for his outdated references.

Meaning: to diss

● Example Sentence: They dissed his outfit, calling it out of style.