jeer
This term conveys a specific type of aggressive mockery characterized by loud, audible derision. It differs from a simple insult or a quiet sneer by its public and vocal nature, often involving a group of people acting in unison to belittle a target.
As a noun, the word is used to describe the individual shouts of contempt. While it follows standard pluralization rules, it is frequently encountered in collective phrases like a chorus of jeers to emphasize the overwhelming volume of the mockery.
Meanings
To shout insulting or mocking remarks at someone to show contempt or dislike.
The crowd began to jeer the opposing team as they left the field.
Phrasal Verbs
jeer at
to express mockery or derision toward a specific person or object
The crowd began to jeer at the referee after the controversial call.