Derisive and Withering

Derisive

Derisive adjective - So foolish or pointless as to be worthy of scornful laughter.

Withering and derisive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Withering" instead an adjective "Derisive".

Withering

Withering adjective - Wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction.
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Derisive and withering are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derisive" instead an adjective "Withering".

Nearby Words: wither, withered
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