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taunting vs derisive

derisive vs taunting

taunting is a noun but derisive is not a noun.

taunting and derisive both are adjectives.

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

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