Jibe (Noun)
Meaning
An aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect; "his parting shot was `drop dead'"; "she threw shafts of sarcasm"; "she takes a dig at me every chance she gets".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The comedian's jibe about the politician's haircut left the audience in stitches.
- Her jibe about his cooking skills was met with a defensive response.
- The jibe about his lack of athleticism was a low blow, but it was meant to motivate him.
- The rival politician's jibe about his opponent's voting record was a clever tactic.
- The jibe about her fashion sense was a cruel remark that left her feeling embarrassed.