DERISIVELY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does derisively mean? 

• DERISIVELY (adverb)
  The adverb DERISIVELY has 1 sense:

1. in a disrespectful and mocking manner

  Familiarity information: DERISIVELY used as an adverb is very rare.

 Dictionary entry details 

• DERISIVELY (adverb)

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a disrespectful and mocking manner

Synonyms:

derisively; derisorily; mockingly; scoffingly

Context example:

'Sorry,' she repeated derisively

Pertainym:

derisive (abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule)

 Context examples 

This laughter was uproarious and scornful, and at the same time the god pointed his finger derisively at White Fang.

(White Fang, by Jack London)

“Why, where might you suppose it was?” asked Silver derisively.

(Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson)

Then he began to laugh derisively and scornfully.

(White Fang, by Jack London)

“A Bible with a bit cut out!” returned Silver derisively.

(Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson)

I should, I think, have had nothing left me to desire but for the eyes of the coxswain as they followed me derisively about the deck and the odd smile that appeared continually on his face.

(Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson)