verb
- speaks about something in a mocking or dismissive way
Usage: third person singular present
noun
- expressions of scorn or mockery
Usage: plural
Examples
- She scoffs at the idea of working overtime without pay.
- He scoffs whenever someone mentions healthy eating.
- The critic scoffs at modern art installations.
- Despite the scoffs from her classmates, she pursued her dream.
- The politician ignored the scoffs from the audience.
- Her scoffs could be heard throughout the meeting.
- The teacher scoffs at excuses for late homework.