mockery
- The act of making fun of someone or something in a cruel or derisive manner. nounHis attempt at singing was met with mockery from the audience.The comedian's routine was full of mockery aimed at political figures.
- A ridiculous or inadequate imitation or version of something. nounThe trial was a mockery of justice, with no real evidence presented.The new policy is a mockery of the original intentions of the reform.