Derisory and Frolicsome

Derisory

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

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

Nearby Words: derision, derisive

Frolicsome

Frolicsome adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.

Derisory and frolicsome are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derisory" instead an adjective "Frolicsome".

Nearby Word: frolic
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Frolicsome and Derisory. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/derisory/frolicsome
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