Derision Crossword Clue

Q: What's the best solution for Derision?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Derision is SCORN. Other possible answers include MOCKERY, derisions, ridicule, ridicules.

Q: How many solutions are there for Derision?

We have found 5 possible answers for the crossword clue Derision.

Q: What is another word for Derision?

We list 3 synonyms related to Derision. Common alternatives include RIDICULE, DERISIONS, RIDICULES.

Q: Which crosswords feature clues like Derision?

Clues like Derision often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as Daily Star, Daily Mail Quick, The Daily Telegraph Toughie, Mail on Sunday, The Independent Inquisitor, among others.

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Crossword clue last updated: 03/08/2025

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Hint 1: Meaning

contemptuous laughter .

Hint 2: Synonyms

SCORN, MOCKERY, RIDICULE

Hint 3: Best answers

SCORN, MOCKERY, DERISIONS

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Best answers for Derision

5 letters

SCORN

7 letters

MOCKERY

All 5 answers for Derision

Derision with 5 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
SCORN	5

Derision with 7 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
MOCKERY	7

Derision with 8 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
RIDICULE	8

Derision with 9 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
DERISIONS	9
RIDICULES	9

Synonyms for Derision

We found 3 synonyms.

8 letter words

RIDICULE

9 letter words

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Sneer at	50%
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What's the best solution for Derision?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Derision is SCORN. Other possible answers include MOCKERY, derisions, ridicule, ridicules.

How many solutions are there for Derision?

We have found 5 possible answers for the crossword clue Derision.

How do I find a solution for Derision?

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What is another word for Derision?

We list 3 synonyms related to Derision. Common alternatives include RIDICULE, DERISIONS, RIDICULES.

Which crosswords feature clues like Derision?

Clues like Derision often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as Daily Star, Daily Mail Quick, The Daily Telegraph Toughie, Mail on Sunday, The Independent Inquisitor, among others.

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