1. insulting or mocking remarks intended to provoke or hurt someone
Usage: plural form of taunt

1. to provoke or mock someone with insulting remarks
Usage: third person singular present tense of taunt

Examples

• The bullies hurled cruel taunts at the new student.
• She ignored their taunts and walked away with dignity.
• His constant taunts about her appearance were hurtful.
• The crowd’s taunts motivated the underdog team to play harder.
• He taunts his younger brother whenever their parents aren’t around.
• The opposing team taunts our players during every game.
• She never taunts others because she knows how it feels to be mocked.