The term 'spurred (on)' can be defined as to have been motivated or encouraged to do something. This term can be represented by six different crossword solutions: AROUSED (7 letters), goosed (6 letters), incited (7 letters), goaded (6 letters), egged (5 letters), and PROVOKED (8 letters). Each of these words has a similar meaning, which is to have been stimulated or urged to take action. AROUSED implies being stirred up or excited, while goosed implies being prodded or pushed. Incited suggests being instigated or inspired, while goaded implies being urged or coerced. Egging implies being encouraged or challenged, and PROVOKED implies being irritated or angered. All of these words are related to the idea of being motivated or encouraged to do something.