taunt
IPA: tˈɔnt
noun
- A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery
- A surname.
verb
- to make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.
adjective
- (obsolete, nautical) Very high or tall.
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Examples of "taunt" in Sentences
- The bully would often taunt the smaller kids on the playground, making fun of their clothes and hair
- Despite the taunts from the opposing team, the soccer player stayed focused and scored the winning goal
- The internet troll would hide behind a screen and taunt strangers with hurtful comments
- The villain let out a menacing taunt before capturing the hero and tying them up
- The confident boxer would taunt his opponent before each match, trying to psych them out
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