noun, verb as in strong fondness

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deride, mock, taunt

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Example Sentences

Example:He derided the idea as foolish.

Definition:to speak of or treat with mockery or contempt

From deride

Example:They mock his achievements behind his back.

Definition:to speak to or about in a scornful or derisive manner

From mock

Example:The opposing team's fans taunted him with insults.

Definition:to speak to_histogram_stock with scorn or contempt; to jeer or provoke with bitter, derisive words

From taunt