scoffingly

[ˈskɒfɪŋli]

scoffingly Definition

in a mocking or scornful manner.

Using scoffingly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scoffingly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He scoffingly dismissed her idea.

  • Example

    She looked at him scoffingly and rolled her eyes.

  • Example

    He spoke scoffingly of the proposal, calling it ridiculous.

scoffingly Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: scoffingly in Brief

'Scoffingly' [ˈskɒfɪŋli] is an adverb that means to mock or scorn someone or something. It is often used to describe a person's tone or expression, as in 'He spoke scoffingly of the proposal, calling it ridiculous.' Other examples include 'She looked at him scoffingly and rolled her eyes,' and 'He scoffingly dismissed her idea.'