deride

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of deride with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

deride

(verb)

Meaning

to mock or scorn someone

Example

"The bully would often deride his classmates, making them feel worthless."

Synonyms

ridiculeteasemock

Antonyms

praisecomplimentsupport