jeering

Other forms: jeerings

Definitions of jeering
  1. noun
    showing your contempt by derision
    synonyms: jeer, mockery, scoff, scoffing
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    type of:
    derision
    contemptuous laughter
  2. adjective
    abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
    “a jeering crowd”
    synonyms: derisive, gibelike, mocking, taunting
    disrespectful
    exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous
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