derisive — expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈraɪsɪv/
Korean meaning: 조롱하는, 비웃는, 경멸적인
Korean pronunciation: 디**라이**시브
Example Sentences
- The critics' derisive reviews killed the movie's box office chances.
- His derisive 'Good luck with that!' made everyone uncomfortable.
- She shot him a derisive look when he claimed to be a professional chef.
derisive
ADJECTIVE//dɪˈraɪsɪv//
expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking

a sneering student points at another student who has spilled food on their shirt, laughing with an exaggerated cruel expression. The pointing student's face shows clear contempt with a twisted smile and narrowed eyes. Other students at the table join in the mocking behavior, some covering their mouths while giggling meanly. The victim looks down sadly while the bullies continue their ridicule. Several bystanders turn away uncomfortably from the harsh treatment. The cafeteria atmosphere becomes tense as the cruel laughter echoes. expressing contempt and ridicule through mocking behavior
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From Latin 'deridere' meaning 'to laugh at' or 'to mock.' The word literally meant 'to laugh down at someone' in a scornful way.
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“The critics' derisive reviews killed the movie's box office chances.”
“His derisive 'Good luck with that!' made everyone uncomfortable.”
“She shot him a derisive look when he claimed to be a professional chef.”
“The derisive applause from the audience was worse than silence.”
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