Goad
/ˈɡoʊd/
Definitions
- (n.) A pointed instrument or stimulus used to provoke or urge a person or entity into action, often figuratively implying incitement in legal contexts.
The plaintiff argued that the defendant's goad to the breach was deliberate.
- (v.) To provoke or incite someone to take action, sometimes used to describe inducement relevant to intent in law.
The evidence showed he was goaded into committing the offense under duress.
Commentary
In legal drafting, ‘goad’ often carries connotations of provocation or inducement relevant to intent or liability; distinguish it from coercion which implies compulsion rather than mere encouragement.