verb

incite

/ɪnˈsaɪt/ · say it: in·SYTE

to stir up or provoke

In Actions & Behavior

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1. (verb) to encourage or urge someone to do something, especially something violent or illegal

2. (verb) to cause or stir up a feeling or action

Examples

1. The speaker's words incited the crowd to riot.
2. The unfair decision incited anger among the fans.

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incite

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