The difference between Deride and Jeer
When used as verbs, deride means to harshly mock, whereas jeer means to utter sarcastic or mocking comments.
Jeer is also noun with the meaning: a mocking remark or reflection.
check bellow for the other definitions of Deride and Jeer
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Deride as a verb (transitive):
To harshly mock; ridicule.
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Jeer as a noun:
A mocking remark or reflection.
Examples:
"synonyms: scoff taunt flout jibe mockery"
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Jeer as a verb (intransitive, jeer '''[[at]]'''):
To utter sarcastic or mocking comments; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language.
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Jeer as a verb (transitive, archaic):
To mock; treat with mockery; to taunt.
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Jeer as a noun (nautical):
A gear; a tackle.
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Jeer as a noun (nautical, in the plural):
An assemblage or combination of tackles, for hoisting or lowering the yards of a ship.