Antonym of JEER

The correct answer is: B. praise

Jeer means to make fun of someone or something in a cruel or insulting way. Praise means to express admiration or approval of someone or something.

The other options are incorrect because they do not mean the opposite of jeer.

• Mourn means to feel or express deep sorrow or regret for someone or something that has died.
• Mock means to make fun of someone or something in a way that shows contempt or ridicule.
• Sneer means to smile in a way that shows contempt or dislike.

Here are some examples of how the words jeer, praise, mourn, mock, and sneer can be used in a sentence:

• The crowd jeered at the politician as he left the building.
• The teacher praised the student for her hard work.
• The family mourned the loss of their loved one.
• The children mocked the old man as he walked down the street.
• The woman sneered at the man as he tried to talk to her.