Derisory and Demented

Derisory

Derisory adjective - Intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value.

Demented and derisory are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Demented" instead an adjective "Derisory".

Nearby Words: derision, derisive

Demented

Demented adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.

Derisory and demented are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derisory" instead an adjective "Demented".

Nearby Word: dementing
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