Derisively: meaning, definitions and examples

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derisively

 

[ dɪˈrɪs.ɪv.li ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a mocking or ridiculing manner

If someone speaks or behaves derisively, they show contempt or ridicule towards someone or something.

Synonyms

mockingly, ridiculously, scornfully

Examples of usage

  • She laughed derisively at his suggestion.
  • He derisively imitated her accent.
Context #2 | Adjective

showing contempt or ridicule

Derisive remarks or actions express contempt or ridicule towards someone or something.

Synonyms

mocking, ridiculing, scornful

Examples of usage

  • His derisive tone made her feel small.
  • The audience responded with derisive laughter.

Translations

Translations of the word "derisively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ironicamente

🇮🇳 व्यंग्यात्मक रूप से

🇩🇪 spöttisch

🇮🇩 dengan mengejek

🇺🇦 насмішкувато

🇵🇱 drwiąco

🇯🇵 嘲笑的に

🇫🇷 dérisoirement

🇪🇸 irónicamente

🇹🇷 alaycı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 비웃으며

🇸🇦 بسخرية

🇨🇿 posměšně

🇸🇰 posmešne

🇨🇳 嘲弄地

🇸🇮 posmehljivo

🇮🇸 háðulega

🇰🇿 мысқылдап

🇬🇪 დამცინავად

🇦🇿 istehzalı şəkildə

🇲🇽 irónicamente

Etymology

The word 'derisively' originated from the Latin word 'deridere', which means 'to laugh at' or 'to mock'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the idea of showing contempt or ridicule towards someone or something. The adverb 'derisively' is commonly used in English to describe mocking or ridiculing behavior or speech.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,821, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.