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"Showing contempt or mockery; expressing derision." more

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Her derisive comments about the new policy spread discontent among the employees.
The derisive tone in her voice betrayed her frustration with the ongoing delays in the project.

Derisive

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

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Last Updated On: May 4, 2024
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