mockery

• Nom désignant une action ou un traitement qui exprime le mépris par la moquerie, ou une imitation humoristique ou satirique du style ou du comportement de quelqu'un.

A noun referring to the act of showing contempt through derision, or a humorous or satirical imitation of someone's style or behavior.

1. Contemptuous ridiculeB2formal

   The act of showing contempt or scorn through mocking words or actions.

   Moquerie méprisante

   • His mockery of her accent was deeply offensive.
   • The politician's speech was met with mockery from the crowd.
   • She couldn't stand the constant mockery from her classmates.

   Synonymescontemptderisiondisdainjeeringridiculescoffingscorntaunting

   Antonymesadmirationapprovalesteemhonorrespectreverence

2. Humorous imitationB2formal

   A composition or performance that imitates someone's style in a humorous or satirical way.

   imitation humoristique

   • The play was a mockery of the royal court's traditions.
   • His mockery of the famous singer's performance had everyone laughing.
   • The sketch show featured a mockery of popular political figures.

   Synonymescaricaturelampoonparodysatiresendupspoof

3. Satirical mimicryB2formal

   Humorous or satirical imitation of someone or something, often to criticize or entertain.

   Imitation satirique

   • The comedian's mockery of the CEO's mannerisms was spot-on.
   • Her mockery of the fashion industry's trends was both clever and critical.
   • The film is a mockery of modern celebrity culture.

   Synonymescaricaturelampoonparodysatiresendupspooftravesty