Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Goad

  1. Curb

  2. Soothe

  3. Provoke

  4. Irritate
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Goad means to provoke, urge, or stimulate into action by annoyance or pressure. While irritate is related, provoke better captures the active prompting aspect of goading someone to do something. Soothe is the opposite, and curb means to restrain.

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