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jeer


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noun

Definition of JEER

: a jeering remark or sound : taunt

Examples of JEER

  1. <ignored the jeers of the other team's fans and just focused on making her free throw shot>

First Known Use of JEER

1625

Related to JEER

Synonyms: bird [chiefly British], boo, Bronx cheer, hiss, hoot, catcall, raspberry, razz, snort
Antonyms: cheer
Related Words: smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt; whistle
Near Antonyms: applause, clapping
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