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goad

[ɡoʊd]

goad Definition

  • 1to provoke or annoy someone in order to make them do something
  • 2a pointed rod used to urge on an animal

Using goad: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "goad" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He goaded me into telling the truth.

  • Example

    The farmer used a goad to move the cattle along.

  • Example

    The coach's harsh words were meant to be a goad to motivate the team.

  • Example

    She felt the goad of ambition and worked tirelessly to achieve her goals.

goad Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for goad

  • spur
  • prod
  • egg on
  • stimulate
  • incite

Antonyms for goad

Phrases with goad

  • to provoke or encourage someone to do something

    Example

    The boss goaded his employees into working harder.

  • to accept criticism or correction without becoming angry or defensive

    Example

    She took the goad from her supervisor and worked to improve her performance.

  • to provoke or irritate someone to the point of extreme annoyance or frustration

    Example

    The constant noise goaded him to distraction.

Origins of goad

from Old English 'gād'

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Summary: goad in Brief

The term 'goad' [ɡoʊd] can be used as a verb or noun. As a verb, it means to provoke or annoy someone to do something, as in 'He goaded me into telling the truth.' As a noun, it refers to a pointed rod used to urge on an animal, as in 'The farmer used a goad to move the cattle along.' Other phrases include 'goad somebody into something,' 'take the goad,' and 'goad somebody to distraction.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

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