Question

what is the meaning of the word derided as used in the passage? one of claude monets early works, impression, sunrise, was initially mocked by critics as unfinished, sketchy, and shoddily executed. today, this painting, once so harshly derided, is housed in the musée marmottan monet in paris, along with many of the artists other masterpieces. ridiculed reviewed misjudged

Explanation:

The context shows that the painting was initially mocked by critics. "Derided" has a similar meaning to "ridiculed", which means to speak of someone or something in a negative, mocking way. "Reviewed" just means to examine or assess, and "misjudged" means to form an incorrect opinion.

Answer:

A. ridiculed