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Definition
(adj) incongruous;inviting ridicule

Synonyms : absurd , cockeyed , idiotic , laughable , ludicrous , nonsensical , preposterous , ridiculous

Example Sentence

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
a preposterous attempt to turn back the pages of history
her conceited assumption of universal interest in her rather dull children was ridiculous

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for derisory

derisory means that can be ridiculed.derisive means showing ridiule

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