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teasing
This term describes a delicate balance between playfulness and cruelty. When used as an adjective, it typically suggests a flirtatious or lighthearted intent to provoke a reaction, often creating a sense of tension or anticipation. In these contexts, the tone is generally positive or mischievous.
As a noun, the word can shift toward a negative connotation, describing repetitive or targeted mockery that may cross the line into harassment. Because it describes an activity or a behavior, it is treated as an uncountable noun and does not take a plural form.
Meanings
Examples
He has a teasing way of speaking that makes everyone laugh.
I can tell by that teasing look in her eyes that she is planning a prank.
The constant teasing from his coworkers became unbearable.
The constant teasing from his coworkers became unbearable.
She gave a teasing laugh and walked away without answering.
The siblings spent the entire car ride teasing each other.
It was just a bit of friendly teasing between teammates.