wisecrack -
A clever or witty remark, often sarcastic or humorous; s short, sharp, or mocking comment made in a casual or playful way.
When they were at lunch, he made a wisecrack about the boss, and everyone at the table laughed.
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confrontational -
Tending to deal with situations in an aggressive or argumentative way.
The manager’s confrontational tone created tension among the staff.
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dissent -
An act of expressing opposition or objection.
In a free and democartic country, public dissent is allowed, protected, and encouraged.
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nix -
Put an end to; cancel
Once Ed found out that his potential business partner had been arrested for fraud 2 years before, he nixed the scheduled meeting, and he tore up the partnership agreement that he was about to sign.
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mockery -
Teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing
"Saturday Night Live" frequently engages in mockery, especially when it comes to impersonating U.S. presidents.
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scoff -
Speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way
The mayor scoffed at the ridiculous question from the reporter.
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squabble -
Quarrel noisily over a trivial matter
Calvin and Susie would always squabble over what board game to play.
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ingrate -
A person who shows no gratitude, who does not show proper appreciation or thanks for something.
He ended the relationship when he realized his 'friend' was an ingrate, and didn't apprecaite all the generous acts he had done.
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gossip -
Informal conversation or stories, often of a trivial or sensational nature, about others.
Though it only involves words, gossip about other people can cause deep wounds, and injure them socially and psychologically for life.
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ridicule -
To treat someone or something with contempt or scorn by making fun of them in a dismissive or hurtful way.
The comedian's jokes were meant to ridicule the absurdities of modern life, but they often crossed the line and offended people.
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bigot -
A person who is intolerant toward those with different opinions, beliefs, or lifestyles.
He was labeled a bigot for making offensive comments about immigrants.
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slur -
An insinuation or allegation about someone that is likely to insult them or damage their reputation
While running for mayor, Arnie ignored the constant slurs against him by the local press, as if it was beneath his dignity to pay any attention to it.
