chivvy

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To coerce or hurry along, as by persistent request.
2. 2
   To subject to harassment or verbal abuse.
3. 3
   To sneak up on or rapidly approach.
4. 4
   To pursue as in a hunt.

Noun

1. 1
   Something that encourages one to act; a goad, a spur.