teased

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb annoy persistently
  2. verb harass with persistent criticism or carping
  3. verb to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them

Synonyms

tease, badger, pester, bug, beleaguer

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