instigation
noun/ˌɪnstɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #17,891 most common English word
Meaning
the act of urging or encouraging someone to do something, especially something harmful.
Example sentence
The protest began at the instigation of a local community leader.
Synonyms & related words
- urging
- prompting
- initiative
- encouragement
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