Incite
/ɪnˈsaɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To encourage or stir up violent or unlawful behavior.
The speech was alleged to incite the crowd to riot.
- (v.) To provoke or urge someone to take a particular action, often negative.
He was charged with intent to incite hatred against a group.
Forms
- incites
- incited
- inciting
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'incite' often implies urging others to commit unlawful acts, so precise wording is crucial to establish intent.
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