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taunt vs taut
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| tauntnoun/tɔːnt/ | Meaning a cruel remark meant to make someone feel angry or upset | Goes with cruel taunt | Example The fans shouted a cruel taunt at the losing goalkeeper. |
| tautadjective/tɑːt/ | Meaning pulled tight; in reviews, a film or book that is tense, exciting and has no wasted parts | Goes with taut thriller | Example It's a taut thriller that keeps you guessing until the last scene. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Critics praised the director's thriller set in Saigon.