proddings
Repeated pushes forward
Proddings are repeated urges or prompts to get someone to act.
The word suggests gentle but persistent pressure rather than forceful demands: Despite her proddings, he refused to call the doctor.
Proddings can be physical pokes or figurative nudges—reminders, encouragements, or nagging attempts to motivate.
prompting
Giving reminders to continue
poking · jabbing · pushing · egging on · coaxing · cajoling · exhortation · beseeching · imploring · pleading
pokes
Sharp finger thrusts
cues · signals · reminders · hints · spurs · goads · impetus · provocation · incitement · instigation
proddingspatience
Calm during delays
forbearance · waiting · tolerance · unhurriedness · long-suffering
proddingsdiscouragements
Things that dampen enthusiasm
dissuasions · deterrents · hindrances · obstructions · warnings
- cattle proddingShocking livestock to move