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INSTIGATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Instigating.

Instigating - as a verb

Provoke or stir up

Example: "Incite a riot"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inciteset offstir up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
provokestimulate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Serve as the inciting cause of

Example: "She prompted me to call my relatives"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inspireprompt

Example Sentences

"The instigating factor behind the fight was a misunderstanding."
"His instigating behavior led to a heated argument among the team members."
"I avoid instigating conversations about politics to maintain peace with my family."
"The instigating incident prompted an investigation into the company's misconduct."
"The instigating remarks by the politician fueled the public's outrage."
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Word Game Points

Is INSTIGATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, instigating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSTIGATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is INSTIGATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, instigating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSTIGATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is INSTIGATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, instigating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSTIGATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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