SPUR


Meaning of SPUR in English

I. noun

Synonyms: stimulus , catalyst, goad, impetus, impulse, incentive, incitation, incitement, motivation, stimulant

Related Word: excitant; activation, actuation

Antonyms: checkrein, curb

II. verb

Synonyms: urge , egg (on), exhort, goad, prick, prod, prompt, propel, sic

Related Word: rowel; arouse, awaken, rally, rouse, stir; instigate; countenance, favor

Antonyms: curb

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