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- [dih-rahy-siv, -ris-iv]
- /dɪˈraɪ sɪv, -ˈrɪs ɪv/
- /dɪˈraɪ.sɪv/
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- [dih-rahy-siv, -ris-iv]
- /dɪˈraɪ sɪv, -ˈrɪs ɪv/
Definitions of derisively word
- adjective derisively characterized by or expressing derision; contemptuous; mocking: derisive heckling. 1
- noun derisively In a mocking and demeaning manner. 1
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Origin of derisively
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 Derisively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
derisively 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 derisively
adverb derisively
- mockingly — to attack or treat with ridicule, contempt, or derision.
- scathing — bitterly severe, as a remark: a scathing review of the play.
- sarcastically — of, relating to, or characterized by sarcasm: a sarcastic reply.
- irreverently — not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect: an irreverent reply.
- contemptuously — showing or expressing contempt or disdain; scornful; disrespectful.
Antonyms for derisively
adverb derisively
- admiringly — displaying or feeling admiration: admiring looks.
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