Derisive
Derisive adjective - So foolish or pointless as to be worthy of scornful laughter.
Usage example: the derisive performances of some of the singers on the talent show
Preposterous and derisive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Preposterous" instead an adjective "Derisive".
Preposterous
Preposterous adjective - So foolish or pointless as to be worthy of scornful laughter.
Usage example: the movie thriller had such a preposterous plot that we were on the edge of our seats snickering
Derisive and preposterous are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derisive" instead an adjective "Preposterous".
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