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Definition of jeer

jeer

/dʒɪər/
jeer
Adverb:jeeringly
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Plural:jeers
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Adjective:jeering
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Past Simple:jeered
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Past Participle:jeered
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Present Participle:jeering
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jeer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A rude, mocking, or derisive remark, shout, or cry directed at someone.

Example

"The speaker remained calm despite the loud jeers from the back of the auditorium."

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• verb

1

To make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice, at someone or something.

Example

"A small group in the stands began to jeer at the referee after the controversial penalty call."

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• Rhymes for jeer

• Nearby Words

jedi
jeep
jeepers
jeer
jeeringly
jeez
jeff

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jeer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jeer
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