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    taunt

    taunt - Dictionary definition and meaning for word taunt

    Definition
    (noun) aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing
    Synonyms : taunting , twit
    Definition
    (verb) harass with persistent criticism or carping
    Synonyms : bait , cod , rag , rally , razz , ride , tantalise , tantalize , tease , twit
    Example Sentence
    • 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
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for taunt

t+aunt.....so your aunt provoked you against your parents.

Taunt and Flaunt are rhyming words but have totally different meanings. The rich are always taunting the poor by flaunting (making a show of) their money at them.

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