1
as in excitement
something that arouses a strong response from another
the insulting remark was all the incitement that was needed for a fight to break out
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2
as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
the approaching deadline was certainly an incitement to get going on the assignment
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Recent Examples of incitement
Some on the right accused Frey of incitement over his remarks.
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Eric Lutz, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the diplomatic source, online jihadist ecosystems play a central role in accelerating this dynamic, rapidly turning incitement into action.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 15 Dec. 2025
Zuma-Sambudla already faces separate charges of incitement to commit terrorism and public violence, according to prosecutors, for allegedly inciting violence on social media during riots that resulted in more than 300 deaths following her father’s imprisonment for contempt of court charges in 2021.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
Contesting the reality or genocidal nature of Nazi crimes can be prosecuted as a crime, alongside other forms of incitement to racial hatred.
—Thomas Adamson, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
Government says chaos will be dealt with Judge Golam Mortuza Mozumder said Hasina, 78, was found guilty on three counts, including incitement, ordering killings and failing to prevent atrocities during the uprising.
—Ruma Paul, USA Today, 17 Nov. 2025
But the series is also about a corrosive tradition in American politics in which progress is undone by incitement and destructive violence.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2025
The detention of Lissu in April on incitement and treason charges fueled public uproar against the ruling party.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University two weeks ago has shaken the nation and reignited debate over the line between free speech and incitement.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Sep. 2025
Eric Lutz, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the diplomatic source, online jihadist ecosystems play a central role in accelerating this dynamic, rapidly turning incitement into action.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 15 Dec. 2025
Zuma-Sambudla already faces separate charges of incitement to commit terrorism and public violence, according to prosecutors, for allegedly inciting violence on social media during riots that resulted in more than 300 deaths following her father’s imprisonment for contempt of court charges in 2021.
—Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025
Contesting the reality or genocidal nature of Nazi crimes can be prosecuted as a crime, alongside other forms of incitement to racial hatred.
—Thomas Adamson, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
Government says chaos will be dealt with Judge Golam Mortuza Mozumder said Hasina, 78, was found guilty on three counts, including incitement, ordering killings and failing to prevent atrocities during the uprising.
—Ruma Paul, USA Today, 17 Nov. 2025
But the series is also about a corrosive tradition in American politics in which progress is undone by incitement and destructive violence.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2025
The detention of Lissu in April on incitement and treason charges fueled public uproar against the ruling party.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University two weeks ago has shaken the nation and reignited debate over the line between free speech and incitement.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incitement
Noun
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While the series concluded with its second season in May, Luna opened up to PEOPLE ahead of the 2022 premiere about the excitement of being a part of the Star Wars universe.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Pickleball enthusiasts expressed excitement that indoor courts would be opening but opponents worried other community events that were once held at the site would be forced out like arts and crafts show, roller derby, the Rosie the Riveter festival and Fourth of July celebrations.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The official boundaries of the new stadium incentive district have not yet been finalized.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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The grocer will also receive a $50,000 retailer incentive bonus.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Her brother shaved his head alongside her, while friends organized care packages, drove her to sessions and offered constant encouragement.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The chatbot repeatedly offered Nelson doting messages and constant encouragement, Turner-Scott claimed.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Similar moves in other antitrust actions, including the recent settlements in American college sports, have proven pivotal, with an initial settlement with one party providing the impetus for other parties to settle as well.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Their impetus was to subvert the expectations of stories involving characters from their community.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2025
Noun
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If the labor market is improving and the Supreme Court delivers the expected tariff refunds, the Fed would have almost no justification for adding further stimulus to the economy via a new round of cheaper money.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
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There’s the stimulus from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the prospect of lower interest rates from a more dovish incoming Federal Reserve chair, and the benefits from artificial intelligence accruing to the real economy — major pillars maintaining a bullish outlook .—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The best coaches get the most out of you in many ways, sometimes motivation and accountability being the biggest.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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But his account of the motivation for the attack shifted.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That’s important because neurons remember past stimulation, and pain sensitivity depends on history.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
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Good morning, everyone, the middle of the week has arrived and this calls for a celebratory cup or two of stimulation.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Incitement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incitement. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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