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MOCKINGLY

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 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a disrespectful and mocking manner

Example:

'Sorry,' she repeated derisively

Synonyms:

derisively; derisorily; mockingly; scoffingly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

mocking (abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a disrespectful jeering manner

Synonyms:

gibingly; jeeringly; mockingly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

mocking (abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule)

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