Which of the following words meaning "to make fun of" has the most negative connotation?

A.
tease
B.
joke
C.
mock
D.
kid

1 answer

The word with the most negative connotation among the options given is C. mock. "Mock" implies a more derisive or scornful form of making fun of someone, whereas "tease," "joke," and "kid" can sometimes have lighter or more playful connotations.