Dismissive and Mocking

Dismissive

Dismissive adjective - Showing indifference or disregard.
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Synonyms for Dismissive

Mocking and dismissive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mocking" instead an adjective "Dismissive".

Mocking

Mocking adjective - Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
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Synonyms for Mocking

Dismissive and mocking are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dismissive" instead an adjective "Mocking".

Nearby Words: mock, mockery, mocked, mocker, mockingly

Both words in one sentence

  • In his first appearance in the manga, however, he was smug, cruel, sneered a lot, and enjoyed openly mocking and insulting Inuyasha rather than simply treating him with dismissive disdain.
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