prods

Noun

• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
• a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

Verb

• to push against gently
• urge on; cause to act
• poke or thrust abruptly
• third-person singular simple present indicative of prod

Synonyms

dig, egg on, goad, goading, incite, jab, nudge, poke, poke at, prod, prodding, spur, spurring, stab, urging