deride [verb]

Definition of deride:

treat or speak of with contempt

Synonyms of deride:

● Ridicule

● Mock

● Taunt

● Jeer

● Scorn

● Scoff

● Flout

● Gibe


Opposite/Antonyms of deride:

● Commend

● Compliment

● Praise

● Revere

● Respect

● Flatter

● Applaud

● Admire


Sentence/Example of deride:

The liberals deride him as a turncoat while the right tentatively seeks to claim him.