Teasing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtiːz.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Teasing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of tease.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of tease.
More Meanings
- The act of removing tangles from one's hair with a comb.
- Playfully vexing, especially by ridicule.
- Arousing sexual desire without intending to satisfy it.
- Causing irritation or annoyance.
- The act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously, especially by ridicule; provoking someone with persistent annoyances; making fun of, making light of someone.
Example Sentences
Teasing can be seen as a kind of workplace abuse.
The children exchanged teasing remarks during recess.
The teasing itch from the mosquito bite drove her crazy.
The actress gave him a teasing glance before walking away.
Word Forms
- teasings
Synonyms for teasing
Depending on context, synonyms include quizzery, ribbing, tantalization, tease, comb-out, mocking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mocking, playful, pestering, pesky, annoying, plaguy.
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