Definition & Meaning of "scoff"

to scoff

to express contempt or derision by mocking, ridiculing, and laughing at someone or something

treat with contemptuous disregard

to eat something quickly and greedily, often with little regard for manners

devour

polish off

wolf down

house

inhale

Informal

Scoff

showing your contempt by derision

scoff

scoffer

scoffing

Example

When the teacher introduces a new teaching method, a few skeptical students scoff at the idea.

During the meeting, a few team members scoffed at the manager's ambitious targets, deeming them unrealistic.

When she suggested the unconventional solution, her colleagues scoffed at the idea, dismissing it as impractical.

Despite the expert's well-researched findings, there were critics who continued to scoff at the validity of the study.

After the workout, he scoffed his protein bar in seconds.

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