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DERIDE

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Deride.

Deride - as a verb

Treat or speak of with contempt

Example: "He derided his student's attempt to solve the biggest problem in mathematics"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She derides him for his fashion sense."
"The comedian derided the politician in his stand-up routine."
"They derided her efforts to start her own business."
"He derided the idea of climate change as a hoax."
"The students derided their teacher for making a mistake."
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Word Game Points

Is DERIDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deride is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DERIDE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DERIDE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deride is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DERIDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is DERIDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deride is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DERIDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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