Vocabulary Entry

goaded

|verb • adjective

verb

To provoke or annoy someone so as to stimulate some action or reaction.

Example Sentences

"She goaded him into finally speaking his mind."

"He felt goaded by his friends to join the competition."

"The coach goaded the team to play harder during the game."

adjective

Example Sentences

"His goaded emotions led him to make an impulsive decision."

"Feeling goaded, she took the leap and started her own business."

"The goaded artist produced a masterpiece under pressure."