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PRODDED

(noun, verb)
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There are 5 meanings of the word Prodded.

Prodded - as a noun

A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

Example: "The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goad6goading10prodding13spur6spurring11urging8

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goad6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Prodded - as a verb

To push against gently

Example: "She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nudge7poke at
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
force10push9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Urge on; cause to act

Example: "The other children egged the boy on, but he did not want to throw the stone through the window"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
egg onincite8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Poke or thrust abruptly

Example: "He jabbed his finger into her ribs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dig5jab12poke10stab6

Example Sentences

"She prodded him to get up from the couch and do some exercise."
"I prodded the dog gently with my foot to make sure it was still alive."
"He prodded the steak with a fork to check if it was cooked to his liking."
"The journalist prodded the politician with tough questions during the interview."
"She prodded her brother to finish his homework before going out to play."
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Word Game Points

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

PRODDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is PRODDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prodded is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRODDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PRODDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prodded is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRODDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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