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prick vs goad

goad vs prick

prick and goad both are nouns.

prick and goad both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
prick Yes No Yes No
goad Yes No Yes No
As verbs, prick and goad are synonyms defined as:
  • prick and goad: stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
prick (noun) goad (noun)
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)
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
Difference between prick and goad

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