Synonyms of ribbed

ribbed

verb

past tense of rib

as in teased

to make fun of in a good-natured way

ribbed him a bit about fumbling such an easy play

Synonyms & Similar Words

• teased
• kidded
• joked
• roasted
• razzed
• chaffed
• jived
• goofed on
• joshed
• rallied
• rode
• bantered
• took the mickey out of
• strung along
• funned
• jested
• wisecracked
• quipped
• jollied
• fooled
• japed
• yukked
• gagged

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ribbed

This relaxed-but-polished organic cotton sweater has a classic crew neckline and ribbed trimming to elevate the look. — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026

More than 1,000 shoppers just bought this Shapermint style that tackles all of the above with a soft silicone grip and ribbed band made to stay smooth and secure. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026

Mussel shells can be smooth or ribbed with concentric ridges. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026

Its vintage ribbed texture and matching glass tray impart a homey but modern feel to any kitchen. — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026

Lee ribbed the audience and watched as a case opened to reveal a miniature Cup. — Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Here, ribbed pink nails complement aura designs and gold chrome French tips. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 July 2026

Both Nanjiani’s castmates, and Davies and Horne, ribbed him as a famous Hollywood interloper on their little show, and that label stuck in a way that seemed to limit his gameplay and constrain the show’s own sense of humor. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 17 June 2026

Choose from waffle, ribbed terry, luxe styles and more for elevated relaxation. — ABC News, 13 June 2026