adj
derisive
Derisive (adj) means expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; ridiculing.
adj
1
Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; ridiculing.
2
Deserving or provoking derision or ridicule.
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Etymology
From the participle stem of Latin dērīdeō (“to deride”) + -ive.
Rhymes for derisive
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What is the meaning of derisive?
"derisive" (adj) means expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; ridiculing.
What are the different meanings of derisive?
"derisive" has 2 main meanings: 1. Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; ridiculing; 2. Deserving or provoking derision or ridicule.