Synonyms for

Mocked

Verb / mɑ:kt / Another word for mocked — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to imitate or make fun of someone or something in a cruel way

Synonyms & similar words

mock bemock ridiculed taunted teased scorned belittled derided jeered scoffed insulted jeered ridiculed sneered lampooned parodied satirized ridiculed caricatured mimicked teased taunted

Synonyms by register

Formal

ridiculed derided scoffed at lampooned

Informal

laughed at made fun of teased ragged

Literary

jeered scorned taunted

Antonyms

praised admired lauded honored respected applauded

Common collocations

  • openly mocked
  • publicly mocked
  • mercilessly mocked
  • cruelly mocked
  • repeatedly mocked
  • mocked the idea
  • mocked his efforts

Word family

noun mockery
verb mock
adjective mock

Usage note

Mocked implies making fun of someone or something in a contemptuous way. It is often used in contexts of bullying or derision.

Example sentences

  1. The bullies mocked the boy for his stuttering.
  2. She mocked her friend's new haircut.
  3. He was mocked for his poor sportsmanship.
  4. The comedian mocked the politician's speech.
  5. The actress mocked her own performance in the play.

Quotes

  • "I've been mocked for my entire life. You can't mock me anymore." - Lady Gaga
  • "The best revenge is massive success." - Frank Sinatra (often used as a response to being mocked)
  • "People who make fun of others are just revealing their own insecurities." - Unknown

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