mocking mocking /ˈmɑːkɪŋ/

adjective

1. () Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule  ( jeering , derisive , gibelike , mocking , taunting )
   abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
    Derisive laughter
   derisive laughter
    A jeering crowd
   a jeering crowd
    Her mocking smile
   her mocking smile
    Taunting shouts of coward' and sissy'
   taunting shouts of coward' and sissy'
   
2. Playfully vexing (especially by ridicule)  ( mocking , quizzical , teasing )
   playfully vexing (especially by ridicule)
    His face wore a somewhat quizzical almost impertinent air
   his face wore a somewhat quizzical almost impertinent air