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TAUNT

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Taunt.

How to pronounce taunt:

UK

Taunt - as a noun

Aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
taunting9twit7

Taunt - as a verb

Harass with persistent criticism or carping

Example: "The children teased the new teacher"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bait6cod6rag4rally8razz22ride5tantalise9tantalize18tease5twit7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bemock16mock12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Taunt - as an adjective

Very high or tall.

Example: "A ship with taunt masts"

Example Sentences

"He couldn't resist responding to their taunts."
"Her classmates often subjected her to cruel taunts."
"The bully's taunt only made him more determined to succeed."
"His taunts were meant to provoke a reaction."
"The football player silenced the opposing team's taunts with a winning goal."
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Word Game Points

Is TAUNT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, taunt is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TAUNT has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is TAUNT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, taunt is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TAUNT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is TAUNT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, taunt is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TAUNT has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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