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ridicule in Malay

memperlekeh

/ˈɹɪdɪkjuːl/

ridicule in Malay: memperlekeh. In English, ridicule means to criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of.

Malay words for ridicule

to make fun of someone
memperlekeh

English meaning of ridicule

  1. verb To criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of.
  2. noun Derision; mocking or humiliating words or behavior.
  3. noun An object of sport or laughter; a laughing stock.
  4. noun The quality of being ridiculous; ridiculousness.

Full definition of ridicule

ridicule in a sentence

  • His older sibling constantly ridiculed him with sarcastic remarks.

Synonyms of ridicule

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Questions about ridicule in Malay

What is the meaning of ridicule in Malay?
Ridicule in Malay is memperlekeh.
Apakah maksud ridicule dalam bahasa Melayu?
Ridicule: memperlekeh.
What does ridicule mean in English?
Ridicule means to criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of.

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