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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Derisive' in a Sentence

"Showing contempt or mockery; expressing derision." more

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The derisive laughter echoed through the classroom as Timmy accidentally dropped his books.
Jenny felt a sense of derisive pride when she successfully solved the math problem that stumped her classmates.
Sarah's derisive comment about the messy artwork made Johnny feel upset.

Derisive

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

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Last Updated On: May 4, 2024
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