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"Showing contempt or mockery; expressing derision." more

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During the play, the villain delivered derisive lines that had the audience booing.
During the play, the villain spoke with a derisive tone, adding intensity to the storyline.

Derisive

dih-rahy-siv
adjectiveShowing contempt or mockery; expressing derision.

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Last Updated On: May 4, 2024
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