Definition of DERISIVELY

derisively

Meanings

Adverb

  • in a disrespectful and mocking manner
    • "`Sorry,' she repeated derisively"

Adv

  • In a derisive manner; demeaningly, mockingly.

Origin / Etymology

From derisive + -ly.

Scrabble Score: 17

derisively is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
derisively is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
derisively is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

derisively is a valid Words With Friends word