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instigation

/ɪnˈstɪɡeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does instigation mean?

noun

The act of inciting or urging someone to take action, or the state of being incited or urged to take action. The act of instigating a quarrel or conflict.

Example

"The politician's inflammatory speech was seen as an instigation to violence."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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