Deride – Laugh at someone or something because you think they are stupid or of no value
(Pronounced dee-ride)
To remember the definition of the word deride, use the following mnemonic:
The ride (deride) home in the car caused everyone to laugh at him. They thought he was stupid.
Examples of deride in a sentence
When I am a parent, I will not deride my children and make them feel worthless.
If the police do not intervene, the fans of the winning team will deride the losing players as they leave the arena.
Bullies are individuals who deride other people in order to feel superior.
