goading

goad

G0168000 (gōd)n.1. A long stick with a pointed end used for prodding animals.2. An agent or means of prodding or urging; a stimulus.tr.v. goad·ed, goad·ing, goads To prod or urge with or as if with a long pointed stick.

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[Middle English gode, from Old English gād.]

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goading - a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"prod, prodding, spur, spurring, urging, goadencouragement - the expression of approval and support