Search Dictionary
Definition of mockery

mockery

/ˈmɑː.kɚ.i/
mock · er · y
Adverb:mockingly
•
Plural:mockeries
•
Adjective:mocking
JUMP TO:

mockery Lexical Profile

mockery Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing.

Example

"The speaker endured the crowd's open mockery without losing his composure."

2

An absurd misrepresentation or travesty of something respected or important.

Example

"Critics argued that the biased investigation made a mockery of the legal system."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for mockery
Antonyms
View all antonyms for mockery

• Rhymes for mockery

• Nearby Words

mockable
mocker
mockers
mockery
mocking
mockingbird
mockingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 15th century from Old French 'mocquerie', derived from 'moquer' ('to deride, jeer').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mockery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mockery
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.