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ridicule

The word “ridicule” has 3 syllables: rid-i-cule

It's pronounced as /ˈrɪdɪˌkjul/

What is synonym and antonym for ridicule?

In the thesaurus, “ridicule” has 70 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for ridicule

Antonyms for ridicule

  • applaud
  • applause
  • approval
  • approve
  • commend
  • commendation
  • endorse
  • praise
  • sanction

Meanings of ridicule

  • noun
    1. Derision; mocking or humiliating words or behaviour.
    2. An object of sport or laughter; a laughing stock.
    3. The quality of being ridiculous; ridiculousness.
    4. A small woman's handbag; a reticule.
  • verb
    1. To criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of.
  • adjective
    1. Ridiculous.

Example Sentences

  • He faced ridicule from his classmates for his unusual hairstyle.
  • The scientist’s theory was met with ridicule at first.
  • She refused to let their ridicule affect her confidence.
  • The article was written in a tone of ridicule toward the policy.
  • It is wrong to use ridicule as a way to dismiss someone’s ideas.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ridicule, such as: ape, applaud, applause, approval, approve, bad-mouth, bait.

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