Itch and Tease

Itch

Itch verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: don't let her snide put-downs itch you—just ignore her

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

Nearby Words: itchy, itching, itched

Tease

Tease verb - To attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults.
Usage example: grew up being teased because his parents were hog farmers

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

Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel

Common collocations

bit itch bit tease bit
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