😒derisive

adjective
/dɪˈraɪsɪv/

Meaning

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

Example Sentences

She gave a derisive laugh at his attempt to sing.

Synonyms

mocking, scornful, sneering, disdainful, sarcastic

Antonyms

respectful, admiring, supportive

Collocations

derisive laugh, derisive comment, derisive tone

Related Vocabularies

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