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Meaning of incited by
The phrase "incited by" refers to something or someone that prompts or stimulates another to take action or behave in a certain way.
Etymology of incited by
The word "incite" comes from the Latin "incitare," which means to put into motion or to stir up.
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of urging or enticing someone to take action, often in a negative or violent manner.
Synonyms
inspired by
motivated by
driven by
influenced by
spurred by
prompted by
encouraged by
provoked by
stimulated by
goaded by
stirred by
energized by
activated by
sparked by
fueled by
ignited by
animated by
impelled by
compelled by
swayed by
persuaded by
induced by
coerced by
pressured by
intimidated by
cajoled by
wheedled by
tempted by
Definitions
- To incite means to encourage or stir up someone to do something, often something violent, illegal, or unwise.
- * It can also mean to provoke or prompt someone into action, or to arouse a particular feeling or reaction.
Usage Examples
- The crowd was incited by the speaker's passionate words and began to protest.
- * The company was incited by the potential for profit and decided to invest in the new project.
- * The athlete was incited by the challenge and trained harder than ever before.
Antonyms
discouraged by
deterred by
prevented by
stopped by
halted by
restrained by
suppressed by
inhibited by
calmed by
soothed by
appeased by
pacified by
reassured by
comforted by
disheartened by
demotivated by
uninspired by
unenthusiastic about
uninterested in