Associations to the word «Goaded»

Wiktionary

GOAD, noun. A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.
GOAD, verb. To prod with a goad.
GOAD, verb. To encourage or stimulate.
GOAD, verb. To incite or provoke.
GOAD STICK, noun. A stick used as a goad.

Dictionary definition

GOAD, noun. A pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion.
GOAD, noun. A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves".
GOAD, verb. Give heart or courage to.
GOAD, verb. Urge with or as if with a goad.
GOAD, verb. Stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick.
GOAD, verb. Goad or provoke,as by constant criticism; "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks".

Wise words

Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed. Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be well.
Mohandas Gandhi