made game of
/meɪd ɡeɪm ʌv/
VERB
1. To mock, ridicule, or make fun of someone
To treat someone or something as an object of amusement or ridicule by making jokes, teasing, or expressing scorn, often causing embarrassment or humiliation.
1.1. Mocking or ridiculing someone
Used when someone deliberately makes another person appear foolish or ridiculous through jokes, sarcastic remarks, or humiliating comments.
Synonyms
- mocked
- ridiculed
- taunted
- teased
- derided
- jeered at
- made fun of
- made sport of
- scoffed at
- rid
Antonyms
- approved
- complimented
- flattered
- praised
Examples
- The class clown often made game of the teacher's quirky habits, lightening the atmosphere.
- Despite his efforts, he couldn't shake off the feeling of being made game of at the office.
- The group of friends playfully made game of each other's embarrassing moments during their gathering.
- In the spirit of camaraderie, they all good-naturedly made game of the team's unexpected defeat.
- The teenager, sensitive to criticism, avoided situations where he might be made game of by his peers.
Related Words
- mockery
- ridicule
- derision
- scorn
- contempt
- taunting
- humiliation
- sarcasm
1.2. Teasing or provoking someone repeatedly
Used when someone persistently bothers, challenges, or provokes another person through teasing, taunting, or unwanted attention.
Synonyms
Examples
- The older students made game of the new boy by repeatedly teasing him about his appearance.
- The audience made game of the speaker when he struggled to answer their questions.
- His colleagues made game of him for his unusual habits, even after he asked them to stop.
Related Words
- provocation
- harassment
- bullying
- irritation
- annoyance
- pestering
- intimidation