someone who is regarded as contemptible

[ Syn: twerp , twirp ]

aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing

[ Syn: taunt , taunting ]

harass with persistent criticism or carping; The children teased the new teacher; Dont ride me so hard over my failure; His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie

[ Syn: tease , razz , rag , cod , tantalize , tantalise , bait , taunt , rally , ride ]