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derisiveness (dɪˈraɪsɪvnəs)

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noun

mockery or scorn

derisive (dɪˈraɪsɪv ; -zɪv)

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adjective

showing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful

Derived Forms

deˈrisively adverb

deˈrisiveness noun

Example Sentences Including 'derisiveness'

They claim it could cause derisiveness between the two churches.

Australian News Misc (2004)

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