Ridicule Definition & Meaning

ridicule
noun
  1. language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate
  2. the act of deriding or treating with contempt
verb
  1. subject to laughter or ridicule; "The satirists ridiculed the plans for a new opera house"; "The students poked fun at the inexperienced teacher"; "His former students roasted the professor at his 60th birthday"

"Ridicule" in song lyrics

See how ridicule is used in real songs:

  • "I've been the object of your ridicule"
    Aesop Rock — 9-5ers Anthem
  • "Soaked in pockets with lives, topics, lack conceptual, ridicule"
    Aesop Rock f/ Illogic — One Brick
  • "before they wiggle mittens through the pillory to ridicule,"
    Aesop Rock — Bring Back Pluto

Usage tips for "ridicule"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ridicule" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ridicule to find words that pair well.

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