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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

fomenting

/fəʊˈmɛntɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does fomenting mean?

verb

To encourage or promote the growth or development of something, especially a problem or a conflict. To stir up or incite a feeling or action.

Example

"The politician's inflammatory speech was fomenting tensions between the two communities."

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