Derisive (Adjective)
Meaning
Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule; "derisive laughter"; "a jeering crowd"; "her mocking smile"; "taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy'".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The politician's opponent responded to his proposal with a derisive tone, laughing at the idea of free healthcare for all.
- The rowdy crowd at the high school basketball game erupted into derisive cheers as the opposing team's player missed an easy shot.
- Her derisive comment about my new haircut stung, and I couldn't help but feel a little self-conscious about my new style.
- The teacher tried to maintain order, but the derisive whispers and snickers from the back of the classroom made it difficult to focus.
- The comedian's jokes were met with derisive laughter from the audience, who seemed to find his humor more annoying than amusing.