All 3 Uses of
deride
in
Harry Potter (#5) and the Order of the Phoenix
- 'Big and wearing cloaks,' repeated Madam Bones coolly, while Fudge snorted derisively.†
Chpt 8
- Harry ... marched off to Herbology with his hand wrapped in Hermione's handkerchief, and Malfoy's derisive laughter still ringing in his ears.
Chpt 13 *derisive = mocking (showing a lack of respect)
- The large and ugly raven in front of him let out a derisive caw.†
Chpt 18
Definition:
-
(deride) to criticize with strong disrespect -- often
with humor