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instigation Synonyms

Another word for instigation

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• noun (Context 1)

The action or process of instigating an action or event; the act of urging, provoking, or inciting someone to do something.

Usage Example

"The independent audit was launched at the incitement of the board of directors."

Strongest
incitement
provocation
prompting
Strong
urging
initiation
behest
prodding
fomentation
stimulation

Opposites of instigation

The opposite of instigation shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

deterrence
discouragement
suppression
prevention
restraint
See all opposites of instigation

• Nearby Words

instate
instead
instigate
instigation
instigative
instigator
instill

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Instigation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/instigation
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