Literary notes about ridiculing (AI summary)
In literary works, “ridiculing” often functions as a tool for satire and social critique, serving to expose hypocrisy, absurdity, or moral shortcomings. It is employed to highlight contradictions in institutions or individuals—for instance, a character might dismiss a solemn ritual by ridiculing it while engaging in it, thus underlining the inherent irony [1]. Authors also use the term to describe public scorn or derision aimed at societal figures or customs, as in the subtle mockery of personal performances or established authority [2, 3]. Whether used to comment on religious practices or to lampoon everyday follies, “ridiculing” encapsulates a complex interplay between humor and criticism, inviting readers to reflect on the deeper vulnerabilities of their cultural and social milieu [4, 5].
- He writes to Frederic ridiculing the sacrament of extreme unction, and then solemnly partakes of the eucharist.
— from Nineteenth Century Questions by James Freeman Clarke - This flattered my vanity; but my father discouraged me by ridiculing my performances and telling me verse makers were generally beggars.
— from Franklin's Autobiography(Eclectic English Classics) by Benjamin Franklin - Swift was a master satirist; that is, he was constantly ridiculing people, things, or customs.
— from Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year by E. C. (Ernest Clark) Hartwell - August Strindberg , author and lecturer, was prosecuted in 1884 on a charge of ridiculing the eucharist, but was declared not guilty.
— from A Short History of Freethought Ancient and Modern, Volume 2 of 2Third edition, Revised and Expanded, in two volumes by J. M. (John Mackinnon) Robertson - Columbus was dismissed as a fool from court after court, but he pushed his suit against an incredulous and ridiculing world.
— from Pushing to the Front by Orison Swett Marden
