teasingly
/ˈtiːzɪŋli/ · teas·ing·ly
adverb
- In a teasing manner; playfully mocking or irritating. She teased him about his haircut, but was doing it teasingly, without any real malice.
adverb
- In a manner that is intended to provoke or annoy, but not seriously. He teased her about her cooking, but was doing it teasingly, just to see her reaction.
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Did you know? The word 'teasingly' is often used in a lighthearted or affectionate way, but can also be used to describe a more subtle form of teasing that is not necessarily mean-spirited.