Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prodded
verb
/ˈprɒd.ɪd/
Definition
To poke or jab someone or something with a finger or a pointed object.
Examples
- She prodded him to start working on his project.
- The teacher prodded the students to participate in the discussion.
- He prodded the sleeping dog to wake it up.
Meaning
The act of encouraging someone to take action or to move forward by gently pushing or prompting.
Synonyms
- poke
- jab
- encourage
- goad
- urge
