Nudging is an effective way to influence behavior without forcing it. However, there are other terms that can also describe this approach such as prompting, suggesting, guiding, or encouraging. All of these words imply a gentle push toward a desired action, without coercion. Some other synonyms for nudging include inspiring, motivating, animating, persuading, or spurring. The beauty of these synonyms is that they all have positive connotations, emphasizing the power of gentle persuasion. And as more and more organizations focus on nudging to create positive change, it's important to have a wide vocabulary to describe different approaches to nudging.