Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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prick | Yes | No | Yes | No |
goad | Yes | No | Yes | No |
prick (noun) | goad (noun) |
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the act of puncturing with a small point | a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion |
obscene terms for penis | a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something |
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous | |
a depression scratched or carved into a surface |
prick (verb) | goad (verb) |
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make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn | annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism |
deliver a sting to | urge with or as if with a goad |
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick | stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick |
to cause a sharp emotional pain | give heart or courage to |
to stick up | |
cause a stinging pain | |
cause a prickling sensation |