derisive

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Adjective derisive has 1 sense

derisive, gibelike, jeering, mocking, taunting - abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule; "derisive laughter"; "a jeering crowd"; "her mocking smile"; "taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy'"
Antonym: respectful (indirect, via disrespectful)

Definitions from the Web

Term: derisive

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition 1: expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking.

Example sentence 1:

Her derisive tone made it clear that she was mocking his ideas.

Example sentence 2:

He couldn't help but laugh at the derisive comments about his outfit.

Definition 2: characterized by or expressing derision; contemptuous.

Example sentence 3:

The derisive stares from the crowd made her feel small and unworthy.

Example sentence 4:

Ignoring the derisive remarks, she continued with her presentation confidently.

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