GRE Word List

MOCK

to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride

The meaning of the word mock is to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride.

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WordMeaning
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
weanto accustom (a young child or animal) to take food otherwise than by nursing
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
warpa series of yarns extended lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the weft
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
clipencompass
leewayan allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy