derisory

English

Etymology

From Middle French dérisoire.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /dɪˈɹaɪzəɹi/

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Adjective

derisory (comparative more derisory, superlative most derisory)

1. Laughable, ridiculous, especially due to being small, inadequate, or low-quality; provoking derision.
2. Expressing derision; mocking; ridiculing.

Synonyms

• derisive
• pathetic

Derived terms

• derisorily
• derisoriness