Definitions

1. verb

to make a joke or a humorous imitation of someone or something, especially in order to criticize or ridicule them.

“She mocked his accent and he felt embarrassed.”

2. noun

a joke or a humorous imitation, especially one that is intended to criticize or ridicule someone.

“The comedian’s mock news report was hilarious.”

3. adjective

not genuine or sincere; pretended.

“The mock turtle soup was a pale imitation of the real thing.”

4. adverb

in a joking or mocking way.

“He mocked the new employee’s clumsy attempts at dancing.”