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DERISIVE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Example:
taunting shouts of 'coward' and 'sissy'
Synonyms:
derisive; gibelike; jeering; mocking; taunting
Classified under:
Similar:
disrespectful (exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous)
Derivation:
deride (treat or speak of with contempt)
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