Derisive Synonyms and Antonyms

dĭ-rīsĭv, -zĭv, -rĭsĭv, -rĭz-
Given to scorning
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. insulting
  2. contemptuous

Words Related to Derisive

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Derisive Sentence Examples

  • Her derisive attitude will not be tolerated long here.

  • No one wants to deal with Jim beecause he is so derisive towards his coworkers.

  • She let out a short, derisive laugh when she heard the latest news from her gossiping friends.

  • Her latest email seemed almost derisive, but it's hard to tell.

  • Phin practically withered under the derisive grins of the school bullies.

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