Bantering and Taunting

Bantering

Bantering adjective - Marked by or expressive of mild or good-natured teasing.
Usage example: the gently bantering tone of the couple's conversation
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Synonyms for Bantering

Taunting and bantering are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Taunting" instead an adjective "Bantering".

Nearby Words: banter, bantered

Taunting

Taunting adjective - Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
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Synonyms for Taunting

Bantering and taunting are semantically related. You can use "Bantering" instead an adjective "Taunting".

Nearby Words: taunt, taunted, tauntingly
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