gibe Definition
an insulting or mocking remark; a taunt.
Using gibe: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gibe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He couldn't resist making a gibe at his opponent's hairstyle.
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Her gibe was met with silence from the audience.
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The comedian's gibe was aimed at the politician's recent scandal.
gibe Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with gibe
two similar-sounding words that are often confused, but have different meanings. 'Jibe' means to agree or be in accord with something, while 'gibe' means to make an insulting or mocking remark.
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She mistook his jibe for a jibe and responded defensively.
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He couldn't resist making a gibe at his opponent's hairstyle.
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His statement doesn't gibe with the facts of the case.
Origins of gibe
from Old French 'giber', meaning 'to shake or handle roughly'
Summary: gibe in Brief
'Gibe' [dʒʌɪb] is a noun that refers to an insulting or mocking remark. It is often used in phrases like 'gibe at,' meaning to make fun of someone or something, and 'gibe with,' meaning to be in conflict with something. 'Jibe and gibe' are two similar-sounding words that are often confused, but have different meanings.
