n.
[L. instigatio: cf. F. instigation.]
The act of instigating, or the state of being instigated; incitement; esp. to evil or wickedness.
The baseness and villainy that . . . the instigation of the devil could bring the sons of men to.South.
instigation
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noun
- Something that incites especially a violent response: goad, incitation, incitement, provocation, stimulus, trigger. See cause/effect.
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The noun has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
the verbal act of urging on
Synonym: abetment
Meaning #2:
deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)
Synonym: fomentation
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