Deaden and Goad

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Deaden verb - To deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality.

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Goad is an antonym for deaden.

Nearby Word: deadening

Goad verb - To try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action.

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Deaden is an antonym for goad in egg on topic.

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

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