Derision synonyms
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ridicule (related)
(Archaic) An absurdity
Mimicry, imitation, now usually in a derogatory sense; a travesty, a ridiculous simulacrum.
Anything that causes offence/offense, e.g. by being of an unacceptable quality.
(Law) Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law or legislative body.
A feeling or show of contempt and aloofness; scorn.
respect (related)
A particular aspect, feature, or detail:
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praise (antonym)
(Archaic) A reason or basis for praise
adulation (antonym)
Excessive flattery or admiration.
Disrespect is defined as rudeness or a lack of courtesy.
flattery (antonym)
Excessive, untrue, or insincere praise; exaggerated compliment or attention
compliment (antonym)
The definition of a compliment is the act of giving praise.
laughter (related)
A movement (usually involuntary) of the muscles of the laughing face, particularly of the lips, and of the whole body, with a peculiar expression of the eyes, indicating merriment, satisfaction or derision, and usually attended by a sonorous and interrupted expulsion of air from the lungs.
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incredulity (related)
commendation (antonym)
An award or recognition for performance; a medal.
indignation (related)
derisive (related)
jeer (related)
exasperation (related)
Find another word for derision. In this page you can discover 20 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for derision, like: ridicule, mockery, scorn, insult, contempt, disdain, respect, jeering, praise, adulation and disrespect.
