Derision Synonyms and Examples of Derision in a Sentence

This page will teach you synonyms of the English word derision and show you how to use derision in a sentence.

Synonyms for derision

The top synonym for derision is contempt.

Some other good synonyms for derision are:

  • disdain
  • disrespect
  • mockery
  • ridicule
  • scorn
  • mocking
  • sarcasm
  • taunt

Examples of derision in a sentence

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