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Dismissive

Dih-SMIH-sihv

/dɪˈsmɪsɪv/

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dismissive

Dictionary meaning

Indicating rejection or dismissal.

Examples

  • They took dismissive action after the third violation.
  • I gave a dismissive shrug.

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pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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