Goad and Ruffle

Goad

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

Ruffle and goad are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ruffle" instead a verb "Goad".

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

Ruffle

Ruffle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Goad and ruffle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Goad" instead a verb "Ruffle".

Nearby Words: ruffled, ruff, ruffling
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