Gloat vs. Taunt

Gloat vs. Taunt — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Gloat and Taunt

Gloatverb

To exhibit a conspicuous (sometimes malevolent) pleasure or sense of self-satisfaction, often at an adversary's misfortune.

Tauntverb

to make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.

Gloatverb

To triumph, crow, relish, glory, revel.

Tauntnoun

A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery

Gloatnoun

An act or instance of gloating.

Tauntadjective

(nautical) Very high or tall.

a ship with taunt masts
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Gloatnoun

malicious satisfaction

Tauntnoun

aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing

Gloatverb

dwell on with satisfaction

Tauntverb

harass with persistent criticism or carping;

The children teased the new teacherDon't ride me so hard over my failureHis fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie

Gloatverb

gaze at or think about something with great self-satisfaction, gratification, or joy