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Instigated

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

Definition

to provoke or incite someone to do something, especially something bad

Synonyms & similar words

prompt instigate inspire incite stirup setoff encourage prompt stimulate provoke spur arouse initiate foment ignite drive start activate incite provoke rouse stir trigger

Example sentences

  1. The bully instigated a fight at recess.
  2. The teacher accused the student of instigating the cheating scheme.
  3. The politician instigated a protest against the new law.
  4. The coach instigated a new training program for the team.
  5. The manager instigated a new policy for employee time off.

Quotes

  • I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. This is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • It's not about how hard you can hit; it's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. - Rocky Balboa
  • The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything. - Albert Einstein

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