jeer
UK/dʒiә/US
IELTSTOEFLGREC2
Definitions
v.
To mock or taunt someone with contemptuous remarks
嘲笑，讥讽，起哄
n.
A mocking or contemptuous remark or shout
嘲笑声，讥讽话
Root Breakdown
Loanwordjeerother
=jeer
Example Sentences
- 1.
The crowd began to jeer at the performer who forgot his lines.
- 2.
Opposing fans jeered loudly when their team scored against the hometown team.
- 3.
Her harsh jeers hurt his feelings more than she realized.