taunting

[US]/ˈtɔːntɪŋ/

[UK]/ˈtɔntɪŋ/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the act of mocking or ridiculing someone; to provoke or challenge someone with remarks; to insult or scorn someone; to tease or make fun of someone

taunting remarks

taunting laughter

taunting words

taunting gesture

taunting tone

taunting challenge

taunting voice

taunting smile

taunting behavior

taunting comments

he couldn't ignore her taunting remarks.

the taunting laughter of the crowd echoed in the stadium.

she felt hurt by his taunting tone.

his taunting behavior was uncalled for.

they were taunting each other during the game.

the taunting comments made her feel insecure.

he tried to brush off their taunting, but it bothered him.

her taunting smile made him even more frustrated.

taunting can lead to bullying if not addressed.

he couldn't help but respond to her taunting challenges.

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