derisive

• Que expresa desprecio o burla; que se usa para ridiculizar o menospreciar a alguien o algo.

Expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking.

1. Expressing contempt or ridiculeC1formal

   Showing that you think someone or something is stupid or silly; mocking.

   despectivo, burlón

   • He gave a derisive laugh when she suggested the idea.
   • The audience responded with derisive comments.
   • Her derisive tone made him feel embarrassed.

   Sinónimoscontemptuousdismissivedisparagingjeeringmockingsarcasticsardonicscornfulsneeringtaunting

   Antónimosappreciativecomplimentaryflatteringrespectful

2. Causing mockery or scornC1formal

   Intended to make someone or something seem ridiculous.

   que provoca burla o desprecio

   • The politician faced derisive remarks from the opposition.
   • His derisive attitude towards the proposal was obvious.
   • They made derisive gestures at the performer.

   Sinónimoscontemptuousdismissivedisparagingjeeringmockingscornfulsneeringtaunting

   Antónimoscelebratorycomplimentaryhonoringrespectful