derision

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of derision with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

derision

(noun)

Meaning

mockery or contemptuous laughter

Example

"The students erupted in derision when the performer stumbled on stage."

Synonyms

mockeryridicule

Antonyms

praiserespect