derisive 1
adjectivedomain: all adj
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Examples
- 1.her mocking smile
- 2.a jeering crowd
- 3.derisive laughter
- 4.taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy'
Pertainym (pertains to noun)
derisively 1
adverb
in a disrespectful and mocking manner
EnglishDerivationally related form
deride 1
verb
treat or speak of with contempt
Similar_to
disrespectful 1
adjective
exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous
