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KK Pronunciation

〔 god 〕

Pronunciation

〔 ɡoud 〕


Overview of noun goad

The noun goad has 2 senses


  • prod, goad -- (a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion)

  • goad, goading, prod, prodding, urging, spur, spurring -- (a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves")


Overview of verb goad

The verb goad has 4 senses


  • spur, goad -- (give heart or courage to)

  • goad -- (urge with or as if with a goad)

  • goad, prick -- (stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick)

  • needle, goad -- (goad or provoke,as by constant criticism; "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks")