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Definition of incitement

incitement

/ɪnˈsaɪt.mənt/
in · cite · ment
Plural:incitements
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Adjective:incitant
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• noun

1

The action of provoking unlawful behavior, stirring up anger, or urging someone to act in a violent or harmful way.

Example

"The speaker was arrested and charged with incitement to riot after addressing the restless crowd."

2

Something that rouses, stimulates, or encourages someone to take action; a strong stimulus or motive.

Example

"The promise of a generous scholarship served as a powerful incitement to excel in her final exams."

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• Rhymes for incitement

• Nearby Words

incisiveness
incisor
incite
incitement
inciter
incivility
inclement

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French 'incitement', derived from the verb 'inciter' and ultimately from the Latin 'incitare' ('to set in rapid motion, rouse, or stimulate'), combining 'in-' ('into') and 'citare' ('to summon or urge').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Incitement. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/incitement
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