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Definition of Derision
1. Noun. Contemptuous laughter.
Generic synonyms: Discourtesy, Disrespect
Specialized synonyms: Jeer, Jeering, Mockery, Scoff, Scoffing, Put-down, Squelch, Squelcher, Takedown, Befooling, Stultification
Derivative terms: Deride
Specialized synonyms: Jeer, Jeering, Mockery, Scoff, Scoffing, Put-down, Squelch, Squelcher, Takedown, Befooling, Stultification
Derivative terms: Deride
2. Noun. The act of deriding or treating with contempt.
Exact synonyms: Ridicule
Generic synonyms: Discourtesy, Offence, Offense, Offensive Activity
Specialized synonyms: Mock
Derivative terms: Deride, Ridicule, Ridiculous
Generic synonyms: Discourtesy, Offence, Offense, Offensive Activity
Specialized synonyms: Mock
Derivative terms: Deride, Ridicule, Ridiculous
Definition of Derision
1. n. The act of deriding, or the state of being derided; mockery; scornful or contemptuous treatment which holds one up to ridicule.
Definition of Derision
1. the act of deriding [n -S]