Derisory and Serious

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

Usage example: the pawnbroker offered what I regarded as a derisory amount for the diamond ring

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Serious is an antonym for derisory in topics: stupid, absurd, unrealistic, easily made fun of.

Nearby Words: derision, derisive

Serious adjective - Not joking or playful in mood or manner.

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Derisory is an antonym for serious.

Nearby Words: seriously, seriousness

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