Chaff and Mocking

Chaff

Chaff noun - Good-natured teasing or exchanging of clever remarks.
Usage example: I got no end of chaff about my accent when I was in the military

Mocking and chaff are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mocking" instead a noun "Chaff".

Nearby Words: chaffing, chaffed, chaffy

Mocking

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

Chaff and mocking are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Chaff" instead a noun "Mocking".

Nearby Words: mock, mockery, mocked, mocker, mockingly
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