derided
Definitions
Expressed contempt for; ridiculed.
Mocked or treated as insignificant or unworthy.
Examples
The visionary artist was often derided by critics before his work finally gained widespread recognition.
His proposal to overhaul the company's infrastructure was derided by his colleagues as being far too expensive and impractical.
Synonyms
mocked ridiculed scorned jeered taunted belittled sneered at
Antonyms
praised admired lauded commended applauded acclaimed cherished