poke (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /poʊk/

Definition

To push something or someone with your finger or a pointed object.

Examples

• She poked him in the arm to get his attention.

• The child poked the fire with a stick.

• Don't poke the bear!

How to Use poke

poke at (prepositional phrase)

To push or prod something repeatedly. — "The cat poked at the mouse hole with its paw."

poke into (prepositional phrase)

To inquire or investigate something, often intrusively. — "She didn't like him poking into her personal affairs."

poke out (phrasal verb)

To extend or protrude from a surface. — "His tongue poked out as he concentrated."

Synonyms of poke

Words with a similar meaning to poke:

• nudge
• prod
• jab
• thrust

Antonyms of poke

Words with the opposite meaning to poke:

• pull
• withdraw

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