What is another word for Derided?
Pronunciation: [dɪɹˈa͡ɪdɪd] (IPA) 
Derided is a verb that means to mock or ridicule someone or something. Synonyms for derided include jeer, mock, taunt, insult, scoff, scorn, belittle, ridicule, sneer, and disparage. Each of these terms signifies an act of teasing, or making fun of someone or something in a cruel way. For instance, to taunt is to provoke someone by teasing, but to insult is to offend or hurt someone's feelings intentionally. Similarly, to jeer is to make rude remarks or noises, but to scoff is to reject or dismiss something in a condescending way. Therefore, we can use these synonyms interchangeably depending on the context of the sentence to convey meaning effectively.
