Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
derisible
Adjective
/dɪˈrɪz.ə.bəl/
Definition
Capable of being laughed at; deserving to be mocked.
Examples
- The derisible excuses he made only added to his embarrassment.
- Her derisible attempts to explain the situation left everyone in stitches.
- He realized too late that his derisible plan had no chance of success.
Meaning
The term refers to something that provokes laughter or ridicule, often indicating that the subject is foolish or absurd.
Synonyms
- ridiculous
- laughable
- absurd
- comical
- preposterous
