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SPURRED

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Spurred.

Spurred - as a noun

A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

Example: "The ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goadgoadingproddingspurringurging

Any sharply pointed projection

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acanthaspine

Tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers

A sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward

Example: "Cowboys know not to squat with their spurs on"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gad

A railway line connected to a trunk line

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
branch linespur track
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
linerail linerailway line
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spurred - as a verb

Incite or stimulate

Example: "The academy was formed to spur research"

Give heart or courage to

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
goad

Strike with a spur

Goad with spurs

Example: "The rider spurred his horse"

Equip with spurs

Example: "Spur horses"

Spurred - as an adjective

Wearing spurs.

Example: "A booted and spurred cowboy"

Furnished with a spur or spurs; having shoots like spurs.

Example: "A spurred corolla"

Affected with spur, or ergot.

Example: "Spurred rye"

Example Sentences

"The coach's pep talk spurred the team to victory."
"Her success story spurred me to work harder."
"The economic downturn spurred companies to downsize."
"The threat of a deadline spurred me into action."
"The criticism spurred him to improve his performance."
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Word Game Points

Is SPURRED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spurred is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPURRED has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SPURRED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spurred is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPURRED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SPURRED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spurred is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPURRED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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