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derisionary.

Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful.

11 characters5 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/dɪˈrɪʒən.ɛri/
  1. Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful.

    obsolete
    She answered his boast with a derisionary smirk.
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Formed from derision + -ary.

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