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teasingly Synonyms
Another word for teasingly
Choosing another word for teasingly depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a playful, lighthearted, or gently mocking manner intended to provoke or poke fun at someone.
Usage Example
"She smiled playfully at her brother after hiding his favorite book behind her back."
Strongest
playfully
Strong
jokingly
jestingly
banteringly
mockingly
impishly
mischievously
waggishly
• adverb (Context 2)
In a tantalizing, alluring, or provocative manner that arouses curiosity or desire without immediately satisfying it.
Usage Example
"The aroma of freshly baked bread drifted tantalizingly from the kitchen window into the courtyard."
Strongest
tantalizingly
Strong
temptingly
enticingly
alluringly
provocatively
flirtatiously
coquettishly
Opposites of teasingly
The opposite of teasingly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
seriously
earnestly
sincerely
gravely
solemnly
plainly
bluntly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Teasingly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/teasingly