nudged

Gave subtle push

Nudged is the past tense of nudge, meaning to push gently, typically with an elbow: She nudged him when he started to doze off.

Figuratively, to nudge is to encourage someone toward a decision or action through subtle pressure rather than force: The tax incentives nudged consumers toward electric vehicles.

physical

pushed

Applied pressure to move

elbowed · jostled · bumped · tapped · touched · jarred · jiggled · shifted · moved · displaced

persuade

encouraged

Gave support and confidence

convinced · swayed · influenced · motivated · pressured · cajoled · prodded · pushed · steered · guided

remind

reminded

Caused to recollect

signaled · alerted · jogged · flagged · pointed out · brought up · mentioned · suggested · indicated

subtle

hinted

Suggested without stating

insinuated · alluded · gestured · signaled · indicated · broached · floated · dropped hints

affectionate

nuzzled

Rubbed nose against lovingly

burrowed · rubbed · brushed · touched · leaned into

Categories
Opposites
force/intensity of physical contact

nudgedshoved

Pushed with force

pushed · slammed · rammed · thrust · hurled

presence vs. absence of prompting

nudgedignored

Purposely not noticed

left alone · neglected · disregarded · overlooked · let be

DIRECTION OF INFLUENCE (metaphorical)

nudgeddeterred

Prevented through intimidation

discouraged · dissuaded · repelled · blocked · obstructed

Phrases
Family

nudge, nudges, nudging, nudger

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G