derisory

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Notwithstanding the derisory mood of the 1970s, the sense of loss and of destiny denied would arrive much later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"All too often, the sentences handed down against the perpetrators of antisemitic offences and crimes seem derisory," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Sir Alan first received an offer of redress in January 2024, which he rejected, describing it as "cruel and derisory".

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

The fresh dates were in response to a "derisory" 6% pay rise, said the BMA, a trade union for doctors.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2023

A year ago I had been a clerk in the Office of the Local Government Board—a detested calling with a derisory stipend.

From Two Sides of the Face Midwinter Tales by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir