verb
- causing or encouraging something to happen, especially something bad or harmful
Usage: present participle of instigate
Examples
- The politician was accused of instigating violence at the rally.
- She was caught instigating trouble between her classmates.
- The investigation revealed who was instigating the workplace conflicts.
- Stop instigating arguments during family dinner.
- The rebels were instigating an uprising against the government.
- He has a habit of instigating drama wherever he goes.