derisively

Meanings

• adverb

  Used to express contempt, mockery, or ridicule towards someone or something.

  - "He received derisive laughter when he told the joke."
  - "The audience gave a derisive response to the actor's poor performance."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈɹaɪsɪvli/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=83326225"

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Synonyms

demeaningly , mockingly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with derisively
desirously , discreetly , delicately

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Variants

List of all variants of derisively that leads to same result
derisive , derisively , derisiveness , derisivenesses

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'derisus,' meaning 'mocking' or 'ridiculing'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'derisively' has six syllables.

2. Derisively is often used in legal contexts to describe the reaction of a jury or judge towards a particular argument or piece of evidence.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sarcasm: A form of irony that uses words to convey a meaning that is opposite to its literal meaning, often used to mock or ridicule.

2. Contempt: A feeling of disdain or scorn towards someone or something, often expressed through derisive words or actions.

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Culture

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Derisively has been used in various forms of literature, such as poetry and prose, to convey sarcasm, contempt, or ridicule. In music, it can be used in song lyrics to express mockery or disdain towards a particular subject.

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