Taunt has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing
2
A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery
Verb
1
harass with persistent criticism or carping
"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"
2
to make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.
Adjective
Example Sentences
"The children teased the new teacher"
verb
"Don't ride me so hard over my failure"
verb
"His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"
verb
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