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Definition mockery in British English

mockery noun

noun
/ˈmɒkəri/
1

something that makes a system, organization etc seem stupid or useless

Example

The Jones trial was a mockery of justice.

Synonyms and related words
burlesque chirp chirp
2

remarks or behaviour intended to make someone seem stupid, for example laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind

Example

'How interesting,' he said with a hint of mockery.

Synonyms and related words
burlesque chirp chirp
Definition mockery in British English