Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tew

verb
/tjuː/
Definition
To tease or to vex someone in a gentle way.
Examples
  • She loves to tew him by pretending she doesn’t know his favorite sport.
  • It’s just a way to tew your friends and keep the mood light.
  • Don’t take it personally; he always tews his friends for fun.
Meaning
The act of making fun of someone playfully or in a slightly annoying manner.
Synonyms
  • tease
  • taunt
  • mock
  • ridicule