mockery
Translation
mockery, ridicule, travesty, parody
Examples
His apology was a mockery of sincerity.
His apology was a mockery of sincerity.
She was tired of his constant mockery.
She was tired of his constant mockery.
Grammar Patterns
a mockery of ((sth.)) a ridiculous imitation of (sth.) The trial was a mockery of justice.
((sb.'s)) mockery (sb.'s) act of mocking I ignored his mockery and continued my speech.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ridicule, scorn, derision; Antonyms: praise, respect
Etymology
From the verb 'mock' (to imitate scornfully) plus the suffix '-ery', indicating a state or action.
Memory Tips
Think of someone 'making' a 'mock' version of something serious, turning it into a joke.