Synonym Dictionary

Mockery that expresses contempt.

Expressing a meaning different from the literal words, or involving a striking contrast with expectation.

A contrast between appearance and reality or expectation and outcome; in speech, meaning different from the literal words.

A lack of the respect or seriousness conventionally shown to someone or something.

Showing a lack of solemn respect for something usually treated seriously.

An imitation that exaggerates distinctive features for comic or critical effect.

To make someone or something the object of scornful amusement.

Cutting or mocking language, often expressing the opposite of the intended meaning.

Using cutting or mocking remarks, often through verbal irony.

Grimly or bitterly mocking.

Humor, irony, or exaggeration used to expose and criticize faults or wrongdoing.

Open contempt or mocking disrespect.

An imitation of a situation or process; also a false display of a feeling or quality.

A badly distorted or absurd imitation of something worthy.