Derisive

Pronunciation: /dərˈɪsɪv/

Derisive (adjective)

  1. showing you think someone or something is silly or not important.
  2. expressing laughter or comments that show a lack of respect.

Examples

  • His derisive comments made everyone uncomfortable.
  • She gave a derisive laugh at the suggestion.

Common collocations: derisive comment, derisive tone, derisive laughter, derisive laughter, burst into derisive laughter

Synonyms of Derisive

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Derisive

  • When describing an attitude or tone.