χλευασμός — meaning in English

English meaning

• mockery noun Ridicule; the act of making fun of someone or something.
• taunt verb To mock or provoke someone with insulting remarks, often to get a reaction.

Senses

χλευασμός is used for these senses in English:

• mockery The action of mocking; ridicule, derision.
• taunt A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery.

mockery — full definition

1. noun Ridicule; the act of making fun of someone or something.
2. noun A poor or insulting imitation of something, so bad it invites ridicule.

taunt — full definition

1. verb To mock or provoke someone with insulting remarks, often to get a reaction.
2. noun A scornful or mocking remark aimed at provoking someone.

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