derisive

Pronunciation: /dɪˈraɪsɪv/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule

Etymology

From the participle stem of Latin dērīdeō (“to deride”) + -ive.

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Synonyms

gibelike, jeering, mocking, taunting

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