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derisory

adjective

so unreasonable as to invite derision

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Word length
8
Starts with
D
Ends with
Y
Contains
ER
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
B1

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Pronunciation

dɪˈɹaɪzəɹi

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adjective

  1. so unreasonable as to invite derision

    “the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework”

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Example Sentences

the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework
that's a cockeyed idea
ask a nonsensical question and get a nonsensical answer
a contribution so small as to be laughable
it is ludicrous to call a cottage a mansion

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