ballyrag
Meaning
to criticize or talk to someone in a rude or mocking way (বেফাঁস বলা, ঠাট্টা করা)
Pronunciation
ব্যালিরাগ (byalirāg)
Synonyms
taunt, mock, ridicule, jeer, gibe, sneer, scorn, belittle
Synonyms
He used to taunt his friends during basketball games.
They mock his accent whenever he speaks.
The writer faced ridicule for his unconventional ideas.
The crowd started to jeer at the player.
She couldn't handle the gibes from her classmates.
He couldn't help but sneer at the poor performance.
She looked at him with scorn.
It is wrong to belittle others' achievements.
Antonyms
The teacher praised the student for his hard work.
He gave her a compliment about her dress.
She always tries to uplift her friends during tough times.
They supported each other through the challenges.
Parents should encourage their children to follow their dreams.
We must affirm our support for the policy.
Her effort was validated by the team.
We honor the achievements of our veterans.
Phrases
Stop ballyragging him; he is doing his best.
Don't ballyrag just because he made a mistake.
They ballyrag about his lack of skills.
It's time to be serious, no more ballyragging.
A bit of ballyrag won't hurt in a friendly debate.