Definition & Meaning of "Goad"

goad

/ɡˈə‍ʊd/

/ˈɡoʊd/

a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

to strategically and persistently encourage or stimulate someone

to irritate or provoke someone, typically through persistent criticism, taunts, or annoying behavior

to drive or prod an animal, typically cattle or livestock, using a spiked stick or pointed instrument

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