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fomentation

/fɒmɛnˈteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does fomentation mean?

noun

The act of promoting or encouraging the growth or development of something, especially a social or political movement. The process of treating a sore or wound with a medicated dressing or ointment.

Example

"The activist's speeches helped to fomentation a sense of urgency among the protesters."

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