mocked
word · lemma: mock
Definition
To laugh at, make fun of, or imitate someone in a way that is unkind or shows disrespect.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for teasing in a cruel or mean way, not playful joking. Common collocations: 'mocked him for...', 'mocked the idea'. Used in both formal and informal settings. Distinct from 'teased', which can be more playful.
Spanish: burlarse de - ridiculizarPortuguese (BR): zombar de - ridicularizarPortuguese (PT): troçar de - ridicularizarChinese (Simplified): 嘲笑 - 讥讽Chinese (Traditional): 嘲笑 - 譏諷Hindi: मज़ाक उड़ानाArabic: سخر من - استهزأBengali: উপহাস করা - ঠাট্টা করাRussian: насмехаться - издеватьсяJapanese: からかった - あざけったVietnamese: chế giễu - nhạo bángKorean: 조롱하다 - 비웃다Turkish: alay etmek - dalga geçmekUrdu: مذاق اُڑانا - تمسخر کرناIndonesian: mengejek - memperolok
Example Sentences
She felt sad because her accent was mocked.
basic
The other kids mocked his new glasses.
basic
His idea was mocked by the team.
basic
They mocked me all through high school, but I learned to ignore them.
natural
My little brother mocked everything I said, copying my voice.
natural
The comedian mocked popular movies in his show, and the audience loved it.
natural