derisory

• Décrit quelque chose de si petit ou inadéquat qu'il provoque la moquerie ou le mépris, ou qui est dérisoire par son insignifiance.

Describes something that is so small or inadequate that it is ridiculous or contemptible.

1. Ridiculously small or inadequateC1formal

   So small or insufficient as to be laughable or contemptible.

   Ridiculement petit ou insuffisant

   • The company offered a derisory salary for the position.
   • His derisory contribution to the project was an insult.
   • They received a derisory sum in compensation for the damage.

   Synonymesinadequateinsignificantlaughablemeagernegligiblepaltrypettypitifultrifling

   Antonymesadequateampleconsiderablesubstantialsufficient

2. Expressing contempt or mockeryC1formal

   Showing a lack of respect or scorn, often through laughter or ridicule.

   qui exprime le mépris ou la moquerie

   • She gave a derisory laugh at his suggestion.
   • The audience responded with derisory comments.
   • His derisory tone made everyone uncomfortable.

   Synonymescontemptuousderisivedisparagingjeeringmockingsarcasticscornfulsneering

   Antonymesappreciativecomplimentarydeferentialhonoringpraisingrespectful