To look upon with an elevated feeling of pleasure, as something which calls out approbation, esteem, love or reverence.
To regard with wonder and delight.
To be enthusiastic about (doing something); to want or like (to do something). (Sometimes followed by to.)
To estimate or value highly; to hold in high esteem.
to make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.
A scornful or mocking remark; a jeer or mockery