Definition of goads

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• goads is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
• goads is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
• goads is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of goads

• a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. prod
• stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. prick
• give heart or courage to (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. spur
• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. goading
  2. prod
  3. prodding
  4. spur
  5. spurring
  6. urging
• annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. needle
• urge with or as if with a goad (verb)

See definition of goads in Merriam Webster