Rid·i·cule, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Ridiculed p. pr. & vb. n. Ridiculing.] To laugh at mockingly or disparagingly; to awaken ridicule toward or respecting.
I 've known the young, who ridiculed his rage. --Goldsmith.
Syn: -- To deride; banter; rally; burlesque; mock; satirize; lampoon. See Deride.