derisionary en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /dɪˈrɪʒən.ɛri/
Etymology
Formed from derision + -ary.
Meanings
-
(obsolete) Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful.
She answered his boast with a derisionary smirk.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more derisionary | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most derisionary | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
Antonyms
supportive · respectful · admiring
Relateds
derisive · derision · derisively
Synonyms
derisive · scornful · sardonic · mocking · ridiculing