Mammoth Memory

Jibe – An insulting remark to make someone look stupid

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(Pronounced jibe)

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A jibe is an insulting remark to make someone look stupid.

To remember the definition of the word jibe, use the following mnemonic:

"JIVE!? (jibe) You can't Jive, you're dancing like a flat-footed ape!"

 "JIVE!? (jibe) You can't Jive, you're dancing like a flat-footed ape!"

 

Examples of jibe in a sentence

Some cynics in the media might jibe at the statement.

He made a jibe at his old rivals.

"No doubt he'll give me the chance to fight him again," he jibed.