teasingly

[ˈtiːzɪŋli]

teasingly Definition

  • 1in a way that is intended to make someone laugh or feel playful
  • 2in a way that is intended to provoke or annoy someone in a playful or mocking way

Using teasingly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "teasingly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He smiled teasingly at her.

  • Example

    She teased him teasingly about his new haircut.

  • Example

    He spoke teasingly, trying to lighten the mood.

teasingly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for teasingly

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Summary: teasingly in Brief

The adverb 'teasingly' [ˈtiːzɪŋli] describes an action that is intended to be playful or provoke laughter. It can also be used to describe an action that is intended to provoke or annoy someone in a playful or mocking way. Examples of its use include 'He smiled teasingly at her.' and 'She teased him teasingly about his new haircut.'

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