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DERISION Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word derision. (exact relations)
There are 15 hypernyms of the word derision. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for DERISION

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1ridicule
verb, nounv, n
2contempt
nounn
3disdain
4jeering
verb, adjectivev, adj
5mockery
nounn
6scoffing
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
7scorn
verb, nounv, n
8sneering
adjectiveadj
9taunting
verb, adjectivev, adj
10scornfulness
nounn
11sneers
verbv

Best Hypernyms For DERISION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for derision, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (14)
discourtesy contempt disrespect insult jeering mockery offence offense ridicule sarcasm scoffing scorn taunting lampooning
Phrases (1)
offensive activity

Alternatives for RIDICULE

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