taunting Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing
   twit; taunt.
   
2. verb harass with persistent criticism or carping
   rag; razz; bait; tantalize; twit; taunt; ride; tease; cod; rally; tantalise.
   
   • The children teased the new teacher
   • Don't ride me so hard over my failure
   • His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie
3. adjective satellite abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
   derisive; gibelike; jeering; mocking.
   
   • derisive laughter
   • a jeering crowd
   • her mocking smile
   • taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy'

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