Jesting
Jesting adjective - Marked by or expressive of mild or good-natured teasing.
Usage example: made jesting comments about my need for serious fashion advice
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Synonyms for Jesting
Taunting and jesting are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Taunting" instead the word "Jesting" as an adjective or a noun.
Taunting
Taunting adjective - Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
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Synonyms for Taunting
Jesting and taunting are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Jesting" instead the word "Taunting" as an adjective or a noun.
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