Synonymer till goadsubstantiv(a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion) prod; goad(a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something) goading; prod; prodding; urging; spur; spurring; goadverb(give heart or courage to) spur; goad(urge with or as if with a goad) goad(stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick) prick; goad(annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism) needle; goad