Bratting refers to deliberately playful, mischievous, or defiant behavior by a submissive partner intended to provoke a response from their dominant. A person who engages in this behavior is called a "brat."
Brat behavior may include talking back, being playfully disobedient, teasing, or pushing boundaries in ways that invite "punishment" or correction. This dynamic is consensual and both partners typically enjoy the playful power struggle.
The counterpart to a brat is often called a "brat tamer" - a dominant who enjoys the challenge of managing bratty behavior. The dynamic involves a push-and-pull that both parties find exciting and fulfilling.
Bratting exists on a spectrum from light teasing to more challenging defiance. Clear communication ensures both partners understand where the line is between fun bratting and actual disrespect.