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- [dih-rahy-siv, -ris-iv]
- /dɪˈraɪ sɪv, -ˈrɪs ɪv/
- /dɪˈraɪ.sɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-rahy-siv, -ris-iv]
- /dɪˈraɪ sɪv, -ˈrɪs ɪv/
Definitions of derisive word
- adjective derisive A derisive noise, expression, or remark expresses contempt. 3
- adjective derisive showing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful 3
- adjective derisive showing derision; ridiculing 3
- adjective derisive provoking derision; ridiculous 3
- adjective derisive characterized by or expressing derision; contemptuous; mocking: derisive heckling. 1
- noun derisive Expressing contempt or ridicule. 1
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Origin of derisive
First appearance:
before 1655 One of the 46% oldest English words
First recorded in 1655-65; deris(ion) + -ive
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Parts of speech for Derisive
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
derisive popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for derisive
adj derisive
- insulting — giving or causing insult; characterized by affronting rudeness, insolence, etc.
- rude — discourteous or impolite, especially in a deliberate way: a rude reply.
- sarcastic — of, relating to, or characterized by sarcasm: a sarcastic reply.
- mocking — to attack or treat with ridicule, contempt, or derision.
- disdainful — full of or showing disdain; scornful.
adjective derisive
- scathing — bitterly severe, as a remark: a scathing review of the play.
- irreverent — not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect: an irreverent reply.
- cynical — If you describe someone as cynical, you mean they believe that people always act selfishly.
- sardonic — characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering: a sardonic grin.
- ridiculing — speech or action intended to cause contemptuous laughter at a person or thing; derision.
Antonyms for derisive
adj derisive
- kind — of a good or benevolent nature or disposition, as a person: a kind and loving person.
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
- flattering — to try to please by complimentary remarks or attention.
- nice — pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
adjective derisive
- admiring — An admiring expression shows that you like or respect someone or something.
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