"Teasing" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"teasing" Definition
- the act of persistently annoying someone, especially playfully and with silly jokes about them: Most holidays, we all manage to squeeze in at Grandma’s and enjoy a crazy day full of laughter, teasing, eating, and sharing.
- the act of bullying, harassing, or tormenting someone: Many students with learning disabilities suffer the frustration of low achievement and the teasing and poor self-image that come with it.
- the act of purposely exciting, tantalizing, or sexually arousing someone without providing subsequent gratification: She smiled over her shoulder at him, brown eyes shiny with teasing.
- harassing, tantalizing, or playfully annoying someone in any of these ways: In answer to my eager question, they shrugged a teasing “maybe.”
"teasing" Synonyms & Antonyms
"teasing" synonyms:
- raillery,
- ribbing,
- banter,
- playfulness,
- repartee,
- leg-pulling,
- mockery,
- derision,
- ridicule,
- taunting,
- scoffing,
- scorn,
- ragging,
- jeering,
- sneering,
- jibing,
- taunt,
- jeer,
- chaffing
"teasing" antonyms:
- seriousness,
- praise,
- flattery,
- work,
- admiration,
- approval,
- commendation,
- acclaim,
- applause,
- tribute,
- compliment,
- recommendation,
- respect,
- acclamation,
- rave,
- reverence,
- validation,
- estimation,
- exaltation