Associations to the word «Goading»

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.

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".

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