DICTIONARY WORDS ONLY:
PROFANITY:

GOAD

(noun, verb)
There are 6 meanings of the word Goad.

Definitions

How to pronounce goad:

Goad - as a noun

A pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

Example: "The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Goad - as a verb

Give heart or courage to

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Urge with or as if with a goad

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick

Annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism

Example: "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Example Sentences

"He used a sharp goad to prod the cattle."
"The coach used words of goad to motivate the team."
"She felt the goad of adrenaline in her veins."
"His sarcastic comment was a goad to her anger."
"His persistence acted as a goad to her determination."
View more

Word Game Points

Is GOAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, goad is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GOAD has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is GOAD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, goad is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOAD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is GOAD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, goad is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GOAD has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...