Meaning & use
Teased
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Made fun of someone playfully or provoked them with mocking remarks; also, revealed a small preview of something to generate interest.
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His older brothers teased him relentlessly about his new haircut.
The studio teased the film's trailer weeks before its official release.
A note on using this word
The meaning can range from lighthearted playfulness among friends to more hurtful mockery, depending on context and tone.
Words with a similar meaning
mockedtaunted
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Words with an opposite meaning
complimented
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