tease
//tiːz//
Verb
teaseInfinitive
teasePresent tense
teasedPast tense
teasedPast participle
teasingPresent participle
teasesThird-person singular
1
To make fun of someone playfully or unkindly by saying something to annoy or embarrass them.
My brother always teases me about my haircut.
2
To deliberately arouse interest or desire in someone without satisfying it.
She likes to tease him by hinting at a surprise but never revealing it.
3
To gently pull or comb hair to make it appear fuller or more voluminous.
She teased her hair to add more volume before the party.
Antonym
Noun
1
A person who teases others, especially by arousing desire without satisfying it.
She's such a tease—she flirts with everyone but never goes on dates.
2
An act of teasing someone.
It was just a friendly tease, so don't take it seriously.