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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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
Much of that violence can be blamed on anti-Jewish incitement that draws on the deepest foundations of anti-Jewish myth.
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
The Nationalist government thought television an incitement to sedition.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
Trump officials and a large number of Republicans characterized the image as an incitement of violence against the President.
—Richard Hall, Time, 10 May 2026
That is not a crime nor an incitement to a crime.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The coarsening of the debate is lamentable, but that’s not the same thing as saying coarse criticism is an incitement to violence.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 28 Apr. 2026
This is the most gaping vacancy of all—Trump gestures toward two American incitements, one historic, one extremely recent.
—Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 9 Apr. 2026
Courts have found that true threats and the incitement of lawlessness are outside the reach of First Amendment protection.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 13 Mar. 2026
Laws against stalking, conspiracy and incitement are on the books, and the new statute also allows officials to use campaign funds for personal and home security upgrades.
—Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
The Nationalist government thought television an incitement to sedition.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
Trump officials and a large number of Republicans characterized the image as an incitement of violence against the President.
—Richard Hall, Time, 10 May 2026
That is not a crime nor an incitement to a crime.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The coarsening of the debate is lamentable, but that’s not the same thing as saying coarse criticism is an incitement to violence.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 28 Apr. 2026
This is the most gaping vacancy of all—Trump gestures toward two American incitements, one historic, one extremely recent.
—Fintan O’Toole, The New York Review of Books, 9 Apr. 2026
Courts have found that true threats and the incitement of lawlessness are outside the reach of First Amendment protection.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 13 Mar. 2026
Laws against stalking, conspiracy and incitement are on the books, and the new statute also allows officials to use campaign funds for personal and home security upgrades.
—Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incitement
Noun
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Pixar's social media accounts began leaning into the excitement over the next few days.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Each year or so, a fresh occasion arises to gather in excitement about the Beatles.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
4 June 2026
Noun
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The best cornerback in the NFL, Patrick Surtain II, is on a four-year, $96 million contract but just earned a $5 million pay raise in 2026 with $5 million more in incentives tacked onto the 2027 season.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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Under the executive order, all tax incentives approved before July will continue.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Benjamin Cano, who brought his wife and three kids down from Norwalk for Friday’s game, was down behind the Padres dugout offering encouragement before the game.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Volunteers with the organization Free Mom Hugs offered encouragement to attendees whose families may not be as supportive.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
Noun
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The beloved 35-year-old Florida Ficus at the entrance is the impetus for the iconic logo.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The impetus of Vanity Fair’s meeting with Nézet-Séguin was the Met’s new production of El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego, a recent work from US composer Gabriela Lena Frank (in her Met debut).—
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
2 June 2026
Noun
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The cerebral circuitry of the human brain—specifically the salience network, which is responsible for filtering stimuli—seems to be more active in individuals with misophonia.—
Sloane Crosley,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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The ability to disconnect intentionally from these overwhelming stimuli—to reclaim one’s focus, clarity, and feeling of immediacy—has become rare and precious.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
Noun
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No matter the motivation or trading strategy, going short is a bet that a stock will decline in price.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Osuch said the ability to keep his future options open was his motivation.—
Cyril A. Reinicke,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
Noun
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During sessions, an external power and communication module sat over the implant in a soft cloth collar, controlling stimulation triggering and wirelessly powering the device.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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Comparing the stimulation of the economy to the affects of the Super Bowl, Cepero said a large benefit to the economy is expected.—
Ava DiCecca,
Sun Sentinel,
5 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Incitement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incitement. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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