Scoff, v. i. [imp. & p. p. Scoffed p. pr. & vb. n. Scoffing.] To show insolent ridicule or mockery; to manifest contempt by derisive acts or language; -- often with at.
Truth from his lips prevailed with double sway,
And fools who came to scoff, remained to pray. --Goldsmith.
God's better gift they scoff at and refuse. --Cowper.
Syn: -- To sneer; mock; gibe; jeer. See Sneer.
scoffing
n : showing your contempt by derision [syn: jeer, jeering, mockery,
scoff]