derisively (Meaning)

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derisively (r)

in a disrespectful and mocking manner

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in a disrespectful and mocking manner

pathetic, absurd,ridiculous, silly, fantastical, farcical, fatuous, inane, comical,foolish

serious, earnest, serious, solemn, solemn, earnest, sensible, logical, rational,reasonable

He shook his head derisively as he listened to the speaker's feeble excuses.

"You think you can beat me?" he asked derisively, his tone dripping with sarcasm.

She laughed derisively at his attempt to convince her with such a flimsy argument.

The audience members snickered derisively at the performer's failed attempt at a joke.