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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

heckles

/hɛklz/ noun · British & US
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What does heckles mean?

noun

A heckle is a jeering or mocking remark, often made by an audience member. Heckles can be directed at a performer, speaker, or other individual.

Example

"The comedian tried to ignore the heckles from the back of the room, but they only seemed to fuel his performance."

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