The term 'Cry of Derision' is used to describe a loud, mocking sound made in response to something that is seen as foolish or ridiculous. The three crossword solutions for this term are HAH (3 letters), YAH (3 letters) and HOOT (4 letters). These words are all onomatopoeic, meaning they imitate the sound of the cry itself. HAH and YAH are both exclamations of surprise or disbelief, while HOOT is a loud, mocking laugh.