tease Synonyms
Another word for tease
• verb (Context 1)
To make fun of or attempt to provoke someone in a playful, mocking, or petty way.
"His classmates used to make fun of him about his regional accent until he won the school debate championship."
• noun (Context 2)
A person who playfully mocks, provokes, or tempts others without intending to satisfy them.
"Her older brother was a relentless teaser who loved hiding her favorite books just before school."
• verb (Context 3)
To tempt or arouse desire and curiosity in someone without intending to satisfy it immediately.
"The technology company continued to tantalize consumers with vague hints about the new smartphone's features."
• noun (Context 4)
An act of playful mockery, or a brief promotional preview intended to arouse curiosity.
"The director released a thirty-second teaser of the upcoming documentary to generate excitement among audiences."
• verb (Context 5)
To gently pull apart, disentangle, or comb fibers, wool, or hair (often to create volume by backcombing).
"The stylist used a fine-toothed comb to backcomb the crown of her hair for the vintage theatrical costume."
Opposites of tease
The opposite of tease shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: