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derision
de·ri·sion [ di rí'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. mocking scorn: contempt and mockery
2. state of being derided: the state of being derided
[14th century. < French dérision< Latin deridere (see deride)]

de·ris·i·ble [ di rzəb'l ] adjective
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