derisively meaning

UK US /dəˈrɪsɪvli/ 4 syllables

derisively (adverb): in a disrespectful and mocking manner.

Definition of derisively

  1. in a disrespectful and mocking manner
    • `Sorry,' she repeated derisively

    Synonyms: scoffingly, derisorily, mockingly

    Related forms: derisive

How to pronounce derisively

derisively is pronounced /dəˈrɪsɪvli/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Scrabble score: 17 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in LY · 10-letter words

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