Synonyms of baiting

Noun

1. baiting, harassment, molestation

usage: harassment especially of a tethered animal

Verb

1. tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, bait, taunt, twit, rally, ride, mock, bemock

usage: harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"

2. bait, entice, lure, tempt

usage: lure, entice, or entrap with bait

3. bait, assail, assault, set on, attack

usage: attack with dogs or set dogs upon