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mockery

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Noun — Ridicule; the act of making fun of someone or something.

How to use mockery

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make a mockery of object of mockery

Etymology

From Middle English mokkery, via Anglo-Norman and Old French moquerie, from "mock" plus the noun suffix "-ery."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mockery” mean?

The word “mockery” means ridicule; the act of making fun of someone or something. In plain terms, either ridicule aimed at someone, or a version of something so bad it insults the real thing.

How do you pronounce “mockery”?

“Mockery” is pronounced MO-kuh-ree (/ˈmɑkəɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “mockery” in a sentence?

Here is “mockery” used in a sentence: “His speech was met with open mockery from the crowd.”

What part of speech is “mockery”?

“Mockery” is a noun.

Where does the word “mockery” come from?

The word “mockery” comes from Old French. From Middle English mokkery, via Anglo-Norman and Old French moquerie, from "mock" plus the noun suffix "-ery.".

Is “mockery” a common word?

“Mockery” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “mockery” have?

“Mockery” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: ridicule; the act of making fun of someone or something.

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