teased

To tease someone means to annoy or irritate them by making jokes or comments that are not meant to be taken seriously. It can also mean to tempt or entice someone with something they really want.

When we talk about teasing, we're usually thinking about when friends or family members poke fun at each other. You might hear a group of kids giggling and calling each other silly names – that's an example of playful teasing. But it's also possible for people to tease others in a way that feels hurtful or mean-spirited. In this case, the person being teased might feel embarrassed or upset. For example, if someone constantly makes jokes at your expense on social media, you could say they're teasing you – but not in a friendly way.