derisive Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective satellite abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
gibelike; taunting; jeering; mocking.
- derisive laughter
- a jeering crowd
- her mocking smile
- taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy'
WordNet
De*ri"sive adjective
Definitions
Expressing, serving for, or characterized by, derision. "Derisive taunts." Pope. --De*ri"sive*ly , adv. --De*ri"sive*ness , n.
