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Synonyms of nudge

9 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for nudge is push. Other synonyms of nudge are jog, bump, disrupt, disturb and poke.

Synonyms and similar words for nudge

verbTo push against gently, especially in order to gain attention or give a signal.

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Opposite of nudge

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Meaning of nudge

  1. noun A gentle push.
  2. noun A feature of instant messaging software used to get the attention of another user, as by shaking the conversation window or playing a sound.
  3. noun The rotation by one step of a fruit machine reel of the player's choice.

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Questions about synonyms of nudge

What is another word for nudge?
Nudge has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as push, jog, bump, disrupt, disturb, poke, shift and tap.
What is the opposite of nudge?
The opposite of nudge is pull. Other antonyms of nudge are tug.
What does nudge mean?
Nudge means a gentle push.

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