Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
egg-on
phrasal verb
/ˈɛɡ ˌɒn/
Definition
To urge someone to do something, often in a way that encourages them to take a risk or act recklessly.
Examples
- His friends egged him on to try bungee jumping for the first time.
- She didn’t want to go to the party, but they egged her on until she agreed.
Meaning
To persuade or incite someone to take action, usually in a playful or teasing manner.
Synonyms
- encourage
- spur on
- incite
- provoke
