Goad
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British pronunciation/ɡˈə‍ʊd/
American pronunciation/ˈɡoʊd/

Definition & Meaning of "goad"

Goad
01

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

02

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

to goad
01

to strategically and persistently encourage or stimulate someone

Transitive: to goad sb
Ditransitive: to goad sb to do sth
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The teacher used positive reinforcement to goad the students into participating in class discussions.
Facing a tough deadline, the project manager tried to goad the team.
The mentor knew when to goad the mentee by presenting challenging tasks.
02

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

Transitive: to goad sb
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The constant mockery from his peers would goad him into proving himself through various challenges.
The political commentator would goad his opponents with sharp remarks during televised debates.
The relentless teasing from his classmates began to goad him, pushing him to the brink of frustration.
03

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

Transitive: to goad animals
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The rancher skillfully goaded the herd of cattle towards the pasture using a pointed staff.
In traditional farming practices, farmers would goad oxen with a spiked stick to plow the fields.
The team of oxen was obediently goaded by the farmer, plowing the furrows in preparation for planting.
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