Synonyms for

Incited

Verb / ˌɪˈnsaɪtɪd / Another word for incited — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to encourage or stir up violent or unlawful behavior

Synonyms & similar words

move prompt eggon instigate incite actuate stirup propel prod motivate setoff provoke stimulate arouse trigger ignite spur encourage prompt excite rouse galvanize inspire foment inflame move animate awaken activate

Example sentences

  1. The coach incited the team to play harder.
  2. The bully incited the other kids to throw rocks at the window.
  3. The politician's words incited violence at the protest.
  4. The teacher incited the students to ask questions and think critically.
  5. The music incited the crowd to dance and sing along.

Quotes

  • 'The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.' - Edmund Burke
  • 'Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.' - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • 'The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.' - Nelson Mandela

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