instigate

UK
/ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪt/
US
/ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪt/

Translations

instigateverb
instigated
Past Simple
instigated
Past Participle
instigating
Gerund
UK
/ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪt/
US
/ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪt/
He tried to instigate a fight between the two groups.
Он пытался подстрекать драку между двумя группами.
The leader's speech was meant to instigate the crowd.
Речь лидера была призвана провоцировать толпу.
The manager decided to instigate a new project.
Менеджер решил инициировать новый проект.

Definitions

instigateverb
To provoke or stir up an action or event, often something negative or controversial.
The manager was accused of trying to instigate a conflict between the two departments.
To initiate or bring about an action or event.
The community leader instigated a campaign to improve local park facilities.