ridicule
1 of 2verb/ˈrɪ.də.ˌkjul/
Forms:ridicules,ridiculing,ridiculed,ridiculed
1
to make fun of someone or something
transitive- The comedian often ridicules societal norms in his stand-up routines.
- He ridiculed the proposal during the meeting, causing tension.
- The satirical show will probably ridicule current political events in the next episode.
- If the idea is rejected, some may ridicule the innovator.
- It is crucial that educators do not ridicule students for asking questions.