Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incite
verb
/ɪnˈsaɪt/
Definition
To encourage or stir up a particular action or feeling.
Examples
- The speech was meant to incite the crowd to take action.
- She was accused of inciting violence during the protests.
- The article could incite anger among the readers.
Meaning
Incite means to provoke or urge someone to take a certain action, often related to stirring up emotions or reactions.
Synonyms
- provoke
- instigate
- stimulate
- urge
- encourage
