English Synonym Finder

derision

Definitions

Contemptuous ridicule or mockery.

The state of being laughed at or treated with scorn.

Examples

The proposal was met with loud derision from the committee members.

He could not hide his derision when he heard his rival's foolish plan.

Synonyms

mockery ridicule scorn contempt disdain jeering taunting

Antonyms

admiration praise respect acclaim approval applause esteem