What is the opposite of taunt?

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Opposite of a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone
Opposite of something that motivates or provokes a person or thing into action
“He thinks leaving large sums of money to children serves as a disincentive to go out and do great things on their own.”
Opposite of indirect or subtle discrimination or aggression
Opposite of a call for someone to compete
“He would admit defeat and his complete surrender was graciously accepted by his nemesis.”
Opposite of to insult or put down, especially in a spiteful way
Opposite of to tease, typically in a good-natured way
Opposite of to mock or annoy someone
Opposite of to cause pain through mistreatment
“Children should be able to look to their parents to protect them during times of distress.”
Opposite of boast
(usually "joking") Opposite of to tease, typically in a good-natured way
“If you don't do it now, there is going to be consequences! I mean it!”
Opposite of to invite someone to engage in a contest
“She would typically admit defeat and surrender every time we played chess together.”
(colloquial) Opposite of to poke fun at or make fun of
“She would sometimes flatter her husband lightheartedly over his good looks.”
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