adjective
- showing contempt or ridicule; scornful
noun
- the act of making fun of someone or something in a cruel way
Examples
- She gave him a mocking smile when he stumbled over his words.
- His mocking tone made everyone uncomfortable.
- The children’s mocking laughter hurt her feelings.
- He couldn’t stand the constant mocking from his classmates.
- Her mocking imitation of the teacher was spot-on but mean.
- The critic wrote a mocking review of the new play.
- Stop your mocking and try to be more supportive.