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Mockingly Definition & Meaning

mockingly
adverb
  1. in a disrespectful jeering manner
  2. in a disrespectful and mocking manner; "`Sorry,' she repeated derisively"

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Frequently asked questions

What does mockingly mean?
in a disrespectful jeering manner in a disrespectful and mocking manner; "`Sorry,' she repeated derisively"
What part of speech is mockingly?
Mockingly is an adverb.
How many definitions does mockingly have?
Mockingly has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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