What is another word for taunting?

321 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ tˈɔːntɪŋ], [ tˈɔːntɪŋ], [ t_ˈɔː_n_t_ɪ_ŋ]

Taunting means teasing or mocking someone in a hurtful or insulting way. It is an unkind behavior that can cause emotional harm to the person being taunted. There are several synonyms for taunting, such as teasing, ridiculing, jeering, scoffing, provoking, and harassing. These words all reflect different aspects of taunting behavior, from teasing with a playful tone to provoking someone to anger. Other words like belittling, insulting, and bullying may also be used to describe taunting behavior, as they involve putting someone down and making them feel inferior. Regardless of the word used, taunting is never acceptable and can have serious consequences for both the taunter and the person being taunted.

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How to use "Taunting" in context?

Taunting is a practice where one person purposefully provokes or teases someone else in a manner intended to be hurtful or embarrassing. The taunt may be verbal or physical in nature, and may involve making fun of the other person, taunting their appearance, or teasing them about something they care deeply about. Taunting can be an extremely harmful behavior, and can have serious consequences for the teased individual.

Taunting can be particularly hurtful when it is done intentionally in a manner designed to make the other person feel embarrassed and powerless.

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    • Verb, gerund or present participle
      teasing.

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