derisively meaning
UK US /dəˈrɪsɪvli/ 4 syllables
derisively (adverb): in a disrespectful and mocking manner.
Definition of derisively
- 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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