Fuss and Tease

Fuss

Fuss verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

Tease and fuss are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tease" instead a verb "Fuss".

Nearby Words: fussy, fussed, fussily, fussing

Tease

Tease verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.

Fuss and tease are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fuss" instead a verb "Tease".

Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel
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