Fetter and Goad

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Fetter noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.

Usage example: claims that government regulations are unnecessary fetters that keep him from achieving his business goals

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Goad is an antonym for fetter.

Nearby Words: fettered, fettering

Goad noun - Something that arouses action or activity.

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Fetter is an antonym for goad.

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

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