goading Meaning & Definition
ˈgōd
What Does Goading Mean?
Goading is used as a verb meaning to incite or rouse as if with a goad see goad:2. It can also mean to drive (an animal) with a goad see goad:2.
Goading at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈgōd/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | goad, spur and prod |
| Antonyms | deterring, discouraging and dissuading |
| First known use | 1579 |
Goading Definition (Verb)
- to incite or rouse as if with a goad see goad:2
was goaded into fighting with another player
- to drive (an animal) with a goad see goad:2
Synonyms of Goading
goadspurprodspurringproddingurgingegging (on)encouragingexhortingnudgingpressingpromptingdiggingegg (on)encourageexhortnudgepressprompturgedig
Goading synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Goading
Goading in a Sentence
goading a boy to fight
was goaded into fighting with another player
tried to goad me into auditioning for the play
goading the horse forward into the stall
Word Forms & Grammar
goad·ed
goad·ing
goads
goad
goaded
goading
goading (comparative more goading, superlative most goading)
goading (plural goadings)
Words That Rhyme With Goading
Origin of Goading
see goad:2
First Known Use
1579
How Do You Say Goading?
You say goading as /ˈgōd/. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Goading
What part of speech is goading?
Goading is a verb.
What is another word for goading?
Words with a similar meaning to goading include goad, spur and prod. See the full list of goading synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of goading?
Words opposite in meaning to goading are deterring, discouraging, dissuading and braking.