Deride Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms

Deride [dih-rahyd]

VERB

Example

“The critics did not leave an opportunity to deride such a wonderful actor for one bad film.”

“It is not good to deride someone over failures.”

Synonyms

Disdain, Disparage, Mock, Ridicule, Scoff, Taunt, Jeer, Scout, Kid, Jolly, Knock, Pan

Antonyms

Admire, Approve, Compliment, Flatter, Praise, Respect, Commend, Revere