Derision Definition & Meaning
derision
- noun
- contemptuous laughter
- the act of deriding or treating with contempt
"Derision" in song lyrics
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"It's a new host with the same derision"
DC Talk — Be
Words that rhyme with derision
Usage tips for "derision"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does derision mean?
- contemptuous laughter the act of deriding or treating with contempt
- What part of speech is derision?
- Derision is a noun.
- How many definitions does derision have?
- Derision has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).