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(nudg-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. gently pushing someone or something to get attention.

Example Sentence

They were nudging him to go up on stage when he won the prize.

More Example Sentences

The teacher is nudging the student to focus.

Synonyms

jostling; prodding; poking

Antonyms

ignore someone

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

nudging
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • fudging
  • grudging
  • judging
  • nudging
  • trudging
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