English noun: razz | |||
1. | razz (communication) a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt | ||
Synonyms | bird, boo, Bronx cheer, hiss, hoot, raspberry, razzing, snort | ||
Broader (hypernym) | call, cry, outcry, shout, vociferation, yell | ||
English verb: razz | |||
1. | razz (communication) harass with persistent criticism or carping | ||
Samples | The children teased the new teacher. Don't ride me so hard over my failure. His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie. | ||
Synonyms | bait, cod, rag, rally, ride, tantalise, tantalize, taunt, tease, twit | ||
Pattern of use | Somebody ----s somebody | ||
Broader (hypernym) | bemock, mock | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | banter, barrack, chaff, flout, gibe, jeer, jolly, josh, kid, scoff | ||