derisive

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of derisive with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

derisive

(adjective)

Meaning

expressing contempt or ridicule

Example

"The derisive comments from the crowd made her feel discouraged."

Synonyms

mockingscornfulsarcastic

Antonyms

respectfuladmiring