Dictionary Check: goad
"goad" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
noun
a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
noun
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
Example:
"the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"
verb
give heart or courage to
verb
urge with or as if with a goad
verb
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
verb
annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
Example:
"He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"
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