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jibes Definition and Meaning in English (jibes definition)

noun
Synonyms:tauntsinsultssneers
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Jibes definition: Jibes are insulting or mocking remarks that are often intended to provoke or annoy someone.

Definitions of Jibes

  1. 1noun

    Jibes are insulting or mocking remarks that are often intended to provoke or annoy someone.

  2. 2verb

    When something jibes with something else, it means they are in agreement or accord, often referring to facts or statements.

Example Sentences

casual

“He ignored the jibes from his opponents during the debate.”

formal

“Her account of the incident doesn't jibe with the witness's statement.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivejibe
past tensejibed
present participlejibing
agent nounjiber

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