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# mock, ridicule, scoff at
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## Definition
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The terms "mock," ridicule," and "scoff at" all refer to making fun of someone, especially in a cruel way.
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* Mocking often involves imitating people's words or actions with the intent to embarrass them or show contempt for them.
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* The Roman soldiers mocked or ridiculed Jesus when they put a robe on him and pretended to honor him as king.
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* A group of young people ridiculed or scoffed at Elisha when they called him a name, making fun of his bald head.
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* The term "scoff at" can also refer to ridiculing an idea that is not considered believable or important.
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