prodded

Definitions

Poked or jabbed someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object.

Stimulated or persuaded someone to take action, especially by being persistent.

Examples

The teacher prodded the students to finish their assignments before the deadline.

She prodded him with her elbow to make sure he was paying attention during the lecture.

Synonyms

poked jabbed nudged goaded spurred prompted incited

Antonyms

discouraged dissuaded deterred restrained hindered ignored neglected