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Synonyms & Similar Words
imitate
mimic
parody
spoof
satire
ridicule
tease
jest
joke
kidding
sarcastic
ironic
caustic
scornful
disdainful
contemptuous
derisive
sneering
jeering
taunting
teasing
ridiculing
mocking
mimicking
aping
simulating
feigning
pretending
fake
sham
artificial
false
insincere
spurious
bogus
phony
fraudulent
deceptive
deceitful
duplicitous
Meaning of Mock
According to Merriam-Webster, "mock" can be a verb meaning to tease or laugh at someone, or a noun referring to a false or insincere version of something.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "mock" as a verb meaning to imitate or mimic someone or something, often in a humorous or contemptuous way, or as a noun referring to a mock version of something, such as a mock trial or a mock exam.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "mock" as a verb meaning to laugh at someone or something, or to imitate someone or something in a humorous way, or as a noun referring to a false or pretended version of something.
Example Uses
- The comedian's mock interview with the politician had the audience in stitches.
- The students participated in a mock trial to learn about the legal system.
- The company created a mock website to test their marketing strategy.
- The athlete's mock humility after winning the game was annoying to some fans.
- The teacher used a mock test to prepare her students for the real exam.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
genuine
sincere
authentic
real
true
honest
serious
respectful
admiring
praising
complimenting
flattering
appreciative
grateful
thankful
earnest
heartfelt
unfeigned
unaffected
straightforward
frank
candid
open
truthful