derisionary

adj

derisionary

adj

/dɪˈrɪʒən.ɛri/

Etymology Formed from derision + -ary.

1

Obsolete Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful.

  • She answered his boast with a derisionary smirk.
Synonyms
derisive, mocking, ridiculing, sardonic, scornful
Antonyms
admiring, respectful, supportive
Related terms
derision, derisive, derisively

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