Laughed derisively is a term used to describe a mocking or scornful laugh. The crossword solutions for this term are SNORTED (7 letters), SNIGGERED (9 letters), and HOOTED (6 letters). Snorted is a short, explosive sound made through the nose, often in response to something funny or annoying. Sniggered is a slightly longer, higher-pitched laugh than snorting, usually indicating amusement or ridicule. Hooted is a loud, prolonged laugh, often expressing derision or mockery. All three of these terms can be used to describe a derisive laugh.