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needle vs goad

goad vs needle

needle and goad both are nouns.

needle and goad both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
needle Yes No Yes No
goad Yes No Yes No
As verbs, needle and goad are synonyms defined as:
  • needle and goad: annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
needle (noun) goad (noun)
a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record
the leaf of a conifer
needle (verb) goad (verb)
annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
prick with a needle urge with or as if with a goad
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
give heart or courage to
Difference between needle and goad

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