Mocking and Ribbing

Mocking

Mocking adjective - Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
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Ribbing and mocking are semantically related In some cases you can use "Ribbing" instead the word "Mocking" as an adjective or a noun.

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

Ribbing

Ribbing adjective - Marked by or expressive of mild or good-natured teasing.
Usage example: the lightly ribbing tone tipped me off that this wasn't a serious reprimand
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Mocking and ribbing are semantically related in teasing topic. You can use "Mocking" instead the word "Ribbing" as a noun or an adjective.

Nearby Word: ribbed
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