Definition

To make fun of someone or something in a loud and mocking way.

Example

The crowd began to jeer at the player who missed the penalty kick.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear the crowd jeer at the player last night?

Yeah, it was pretty harsh, but he didn't let it get to him.

I know, right? It's tough to stay focused when people jeer like that.

Absolutely! But I think it just shows how strong he really is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A rude or mocking comment made to show disrespect or to make fun of someone.

Example

The crowd began to jeer at the player who missed the penalty kick.

Conversation

Did you hear the jeer from the crowd during the game last night?

Yeah, it was pretty loud and distracting for the players.

I felt bad for the team; those jeer remarks can really hurt morale.

Definition

To make fun of someone or something in a loud and mocking way.

Example

The crowd began to jeer at the player who missed the penalty kick.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear how the crowd started to jeer at him during the match?

Yeah, that was pretty harsh!

I mean, it was just one mistake, but they really let him have it.

Root Explanation

Jeer originates from Middle English 'geren', meaning to mock or deride, which is of uncertain origin but may be related to the Old French 'gier', meaning to mock or scoff. The word describes the act of mocking or making fun of someone.

Memory Tip

Think of someone mocking or making fun of another person — that's what jeering is all about.

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