scoff, jeer, gibe, fleer, sneer, flout mean to show one's contempt in derision or mockery. scoff stresses insolence, disrespect, or incredulity as motivating the derision.

GIBE definition: to utter mocking or scoffing words; jeer. See examples of gibe used in a sentence.

GIBE definition: 1. another spelling of jibe 2. another spelling of jibe 3. an insulting remark intended to make…. Learn more.

gibe in British English (dʒaɪb ) verb, noun nautical a variant spelling of gybe

Define gibe. gibe synonyms, gibe pronunciation, gibe translation, English dictionary definition of gibe. jeer; taunt; deride: They gibe him whenever he tries to speak.

Definition of gibe verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Gibe is used when referring to mocking or taunting remarks. In contrast, jibe is relevant in the context of sailing or when denoting agreement between ideas or facts.