Taunt (Verb)
Meaning
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".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She continued to taunt him with cruel reminders of his failed business venture.
- The kids would often taunt each other with silly jokes and teasing comments.
- The coach's assistant seemed to taunt the opposing team's players with his arrogant attitude.
- His ex-wife would taunt him on social media with photos of her perfect new life.
- The bully liked to taunt his classmates with hurtful insults and mocking jokes.