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Adverb
Example: “He laughed derisively at the proposal.”
Synonyms: mockingly, scornfully
Antonyms: respectfully, seriously
Example: “He laughed scornfully at the suggestion.”
Synonyms: contemptuously, mockingly
Antonyms: respectfully, admiringly
Example: “He explained it patronizingly, as if we were children.”
Synonyms: condescendingly
Antonyms: respectfully
Example: “He spoke disparagingly of competitors, which looked insecure.”
Synonyms: scornfully
Example: “He spoke contemptuously about the proposal.”
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