Derisive – expressing ridicule, showing no respect for someone or something

(Pronounced dih-ry-siv)

To remember the definition of the word derisive, use the following mnemonic:

The rise, if (derisive) true, is a joke. A one penny rise is showing no respect to me. This is ridiculous. 

Examples of derisive in a sentence

He was always derisive towards authority and it constantly got him into trouble. 

The derisive attitude she had towards her home was appalling, the place was constantly a disgusting mess. 

They'd finally had enough of their derisive manager, they all quit at once and left the restaurant with no waiters or chefs.