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derision

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of derision

1 a person or thing that is made fun of
  • In the 19th century any supporter of women's rights could expect to become a derision to her neighbors.
Synonyms of derision

butt, jest, joke, laughingstock, mark, mock, mockery, sport, target
Words Related to derision

chump, dupe, fall guy, fool, gull, monkey, pigeon, sap, sucker, victim
Near Antonyms of derision

darling, favorite, pet
2 the making of unkind jokes as a way of showing one's scorn for someone or something
  • Her absurd behavior on the awards show became a source of derision for comedians.
Synonyms of derision

mockery, ridicule, sport
Words Related to derision

contempt, disdain, scorn

belittlement, deprecation, disparagement

catcall, insult, put-down

laughter, snickering

burlesque, caricature, mimicry, satire
Near Antonyms of derision

applause, approval, commendation, praise

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