1. makes fun of someone or something in a cruel or mocking way
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘ridicule’

1. instances of harsh criticism or mockery intended to make someone or something seem foolish
Usage: plural form of ‘ridicule’

Examples

• She ridicules anyone who disagrees with her opinion.
• The comedian ridicules politicians in his stand-up routine.
• He constantly ridicules his younger brother’s interests.
• The article ridicules the new fashion trends.
• The ridicules from his classmates made him feel embarrassed.
• She endured countless ridicules about her accent.
• The politician faced ridicules from the media after his mistake.