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jeers

The word “jeers” has 1 syllable: jeers

It's pronounced as /dʒɪrz/

What is synonym and antonym for jeers?

In the thesaurus, “jeers” has 70 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for jeers along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jeers

Antonyms for jeers

  • applauds
  • applauses
  • approves
  • cheers
  • commends
  • endorses
  • indorses
  • sanctions

Meanings of jeers

  • noun
    1. A mocking remark or reflection.
    2. A gear; a tackle.
    3. (in the plural) An assemblage or combination of tackles, for hoisting or lowering the yards of a ship.
  • verb
    1. (jeer at) To utter sarcastic or mocking comments; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language.

Example Sentences

  • Jeers erupted from the crowd as the team missed yet another opportunity to score.
  • The politician faced a barrage of jeers from protestors during his speech.
  • Despite the jeers from his classmates, he stood up for what he believed in.
  • The comedian's jokes were met with laughter, not jeers, from the audience.
  • The bullies' jeers only motivated him to work harder and prove them wrong.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jeers, such as: Bronx cheers, apes, applauds, applauses, approves, bad-mouths, baits.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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