Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Teasing.
Teasing - as a noun
The act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
Example: "He ignored their teases"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ribbing12tantalization22tease5Playful vexation
Example: "The parody was just a form of teasing"
Teasing - as an adjective satellite
Playfully vexing (especially by ridicule)
Example: "His face wore a somewhat quizzical almost impertinent air"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mocking16quizzical38Arousing sexual desire without intending to satisfy it
Example: "Her lazy teasing smile"
Causing irritation or annoyance
Example: "Tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annoying12bothersome17galling9irritating11nettlesome12pesky14pestering12pestiferous16plaguey13plaguy12vexatious19vexing17Teasing - as a verb
To separate the fibres of a fibrous material.
To comb (originally with teasels) so that the fibres all lie in one direction.
To back-comb.
To poke fun at.
To provoke or disturb; to annoy.
To manipulate or influence the behavior of, especially by repeated acts of irritation.
To entice, tempt.
To show as forthcoming, in the manner of a teaser.
Example Sentences
"She had a teasing smile on her face."
"He made teasing remarks about her new haircut."
"The teasing banter between the siblings was constant."
"I couldn't resist his teasing nature."
"The teasing tone in his voice gave away his amusement."
Word Game Points
Is TEASING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, teasing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TEASING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is TEASING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, teasing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTEASING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is TEASING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, teasing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTEASING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
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