Ridicule
/rˈɪdəˌkjul/
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Definition
(verb) To criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of.
Sentence Examples
If you do that, you're going to subject yourself to ridicule.
It is not good to ridicule him in public.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The comedian used gentle ____ to expose the absurdity of the government's latest policy announcement.