gibe

Speech parts

1. gibe - Noun

2. gibe - Verb

3. Gibe - Proper noun

Meaning

To cast reproaches and sneering expressions; to rail; to utter taunting, sarcastic words; to flout; to fleer; to scoff.

To reproach with contemptuous words; to deride; to scoff at; to mock.

An expression of sarcastic scorn; a sarcastic jest; a scoff; a taunt; a sneer.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

barb barrack slam shot match agree check correspond shaft dig tally jibe scoff flout jeer
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Antonyms

congratulations respect honor praise disagree applause
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Hypernyms

cod twit rag tantalize razz equal

Hyponyms

concord rime support square suit look

Derivatives

gibed gibing

Anagrams

Geib IBGE begi

Examples

A woman's mind is her most precious weapon. It must not be employed clumsily or prematurely. Much like the aforementioned knife in the back, a clever gibe is most effective when it is unanticipated. Brandon Sanderson

The two stories don't agree in many details Source: Internet

The handwriting checks with the signature on the check Source: Internet

The suspect's fingerprints don't match those on the gun Source: Internet

his parting shot was `drop dead' Source: Internet

she threw shafts of sarcasm Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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