Meaning of goad in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ɡoʊd/

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1. Verb

   goad

   Etymology

   Old English gād, of Germanic origin

   Definitions

   1. give heart or courage to
2. 2. urge with or as if with a goad
3. 3. prod or urge as if with a log stick
4. 4. goad or provoke,as by constant criticism

   Examples

   • « He needled her with his sarcastic remarks »

5. Noun

   goad

   Definitions

   1. a pointed instrument used to prod into motion
6. 2. a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

   Examples

   • « the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves »