instigate (53 synonym found)

Instigate has 53 synonyms. The top synonyms for instigate are fan the flame, set on, provoke, ferment, stir up, contrive, impel, tickle and 45 more. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for instigate?

A common synonym for instigate is fan the flame. Other synonyms include set on, provoke, ferment, stir up.

How many synonyms does instigate have?

Instigate has 53 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does instigate mean?

(v): to goad or urge forward; to set on; to provoke; to incite Example: "he hath only instigated his blackest agents to the very extent of their malignity.

Definition of instigate:

(v) : to goad or urge forward; to set on; to provoke; to incite
"he hath only instigated his blackest agents to the very extent of their malignity. -Bp. Warburton."
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Definition of instigate:

(v) : to goad or urge forward; to set on; to provoke; to incite
"he hath only instigated his blackest agents to the very extent of their malignity. -Bp. Warburton."
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