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taunting

/ˈtɔːntɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act of making insulting or mocking remarks to provoke someone.
    • The bully's constant taunting made the new student feel unwelcome.
    • The teacher stopped the taunting by reminding everyone to be respectful.
    • She ignored the taunting from the opposing team and focused on the game.
adjective
  1. Intended to provoke or mock someone in a hurtful way.
    • The taunting comments from the crowd only made the performer more determined.
    • Her taunting tone suggested she was enjoying his embarrassment.
    • He gave her a taunting smile after winning the argument.
Synonyms
mockingjeering