Ridicule ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Ridicule ( noun )

The subject of laughter and derision; a laughingstock.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from french ridicule, from latin ridiculus "laughable".

Examples:

1. The politician's proposal was met with ridicule.
2. He was the subject of ridicule among his peers.
3. The new fashion trend was met with ridicule from critics.
4. The singer's performance was met with ridicule from the audience.
5. The comedian's jokes were met with ridicule from the crowd.

(As a verb)

Ridicule ( verb )

The subject of laughter and derision; a laughingstock.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from french ridicule, from latin ridiculus "laughable".

Examples:

1. The politician's proposal was met with ridicule.
2. He was the subject of ridicule among his peers.
3. The new fashion trend was met with ridicule from critics.
4. The singer's performance was met with ridicule from the audience.
5. The comedian's jokes were met with ridicule from the crowd.