to treat somebody/something as silly and not worth considering seriously (Oxford)
2. to laugh at someone or something in a way that shows you think they are stupid or of no value (Cambridge)
His views were derided as old-fashioned. (Oxford)
The play was derided by the critics. (Oxford)
views were derided as old-fashioned
play was derided by the critics
Ridicule
Taunt
Admire
Compliment
Deride