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jeering vs derisive

derisive vs jeering

jeering is a noun but derisive is not a noun.

jeering and derisive both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
jeering Yes Yes No No
derisive No Yes No No
As adjectives, jeering and derisive are synonyms defined as:
  • jeering and derisive: abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Other synonyms of jeering include gibelike, mocking, taunting.
jeering (noun) derisive (noun)
showing your contempt by derision
jeering (adjective) derisive (adjective)
abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Difference between jeering and derisive

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