Why does Odysseus continue to taunt the cyclops as he pulls away from the shore?

Odysseus taunts the Cyclops, Polyphemus, as a demonstration of his cunning and to assert his victory over the giant. He wants to ensure that his name is remembered, as he shouts out his true identity, which ultimately leads to Polyphemus invoking his father, Poseidon, to seek revenge. This act of hubris reflects Odysseus's pride and desire for glory, despite the potential consequences of angering the gods. Ultimately, his taunting serves both as a personal triumph and a foreshadowing of the challenges he will face on his journey home.