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Derisive

/dəˈrɪsɪv/
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(adj) Expressing or characterized by derision; mocking; ridiculing.

His derisive laughter made me think that I was wrong.
That writer is known for his derisive style.
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His ____ laughter made me think that I was wrong.

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