Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

instigar

Verb
/ɪnˈstɪɡər/
Definition
To incite or urge someone to take action, especially in a provocative or stimulating manner.
Examples
  • He tried to instigar his friends to join the protest.
  • The coach aims to instigar a competitive spirit in the team.
  • Don’t instigar trouble between your friends.
Meaning
Instigar typically refers to the act of prompting or enticing someone to do something, often with a sense of encouragement or agitation.
Synonyms
  • Incite
  • Provoke
  • Stimulate
  • Encourage