What is another word for joshed?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɒʃt] (IPA) 
Joshed is a slang word that means to make fun of someone in a playful manner. Synonyms for joshed are teased, joked, ribbed, mocked, kidded, bantered, and taunted. Teased implies good-natured teasing, while joked is more general and doesn't necessarily have a teasing connotation. Ribbed is a jocular way of saying teased, and mocked implies making fun of someone with contempt. Kidded is another word for joshed, but it is more lighthearted and playful. Bantered is a more refined synonym for joshed, and it implies a witty and lively exchange. Finally, taunted is a synonym for joshed that suggests a more aggressive tone.
