Prodding — synonyms, definition

1. prodding (Noun)

6 synonyms
goad goading prod spur spurring urging
1 definition

prodding (Noun) — Anything that inspires, motivates or drives you to do something. ex. "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

1 type of
encouragement

2. prodding (Verb)

9 synonyms
digging egging egging on inciting jabbing nudging poking poking at stabbing
3 definitions

prodding (Verb) — To push against gently. ex. "She prodded my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant"

prodding (Verb) — Urge on; cause to act.

prodding (Verb) — Push suddenly or strongly with a finger or something pointed. ex. "he prodded his finger into her ribs"

3 types of
forcing pushing thrusting
5 types
Jogging elbowing goading goosing hallooing