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The definition of instigate

C16: from Latin instīgāre to stimulate, incite; compare Greek stizein to prick

Synonyms:	influence, impel, prompt, urge, bidding, incentive, encourage, behest, incite, provoke	And more...
Antonyms:	suppress

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