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derisionary

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /dɪˈrɪʒən.ɛri/

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adj

Meaning 1

Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete

Examples

  • She answered his boast with a derisionary smirk.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Formed from derision + -ary.