jeering

ADJECTIVE

mocking

Synonyms

STRONG

taunting yelling

WEAK

raucous scornful

Example Sentences

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“This is a family town,” the arresting officer tells jeering onlookers as he and the two others handcuff Gamble.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Undeterred, she began dancing before enduring more whistles and jeering during her on-court interview.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

So what if the device that turns his jeering bullies into pals seems a little pat?

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

Around 3,500 vocal fans filled the intimate arena, jeering TKV on his ring walk.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

There was an eruption of jeering laughter from around the table.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling