taunting
/ˈtɔːnt.ɪŋ/
Etymology
From taunt + -ing.
taunting means abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule. Lexicurio rates it Distinctive — a strength score of 69 out of 100.
adj
- Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
noun
- The act of one who taunts.“Because he often "dwelt in a world of terrors," he was susceptible to the tricks and tauntings of his playmates, who took advantage of his fears.”