Derision Synonyms and Antonyms

dĭ-rĭzhən
Words or actions intended to evoke contemptuous laughter
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. ridicule
  2. mockery
  3. disdain
  4. scorn
  5. contempt
  6. disrespect
  7. insult
  8. jeering
Antonyms:
  1. adulation
  2. praise
  3. commendation
  4. flattery
  5. compliment

Words Related to Derision

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Derision Sentence Examples

  • I concluded that he laughed in derision of my efforts, confident of his own resources.

  • The applause of the vulgar was mingled with the derision of the court party.

  • Ingrid made a sound of derision.

  • His words would have met derision and large guffaws!

  • Whatever the reason, a journalist whose story turns out to be inaccurate, unfair or untrue will very justifiably earn public derision.

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