Instigation

Synonyms of instigation

• stimulation
• provocation
• incitement

Antonyms of instigation

• restraint
• discouragement
• dissuasion

Collocations of instigation

violent behavior

Frequency: 80 %

His instigation of violent behavior resulted in serious consequences.

criminal activity

Frequency: 70 %

The instigation of criminal activity is punishable by law.

political unrest

Frequency: 60 %

The instigation of political unrest led to protests in the capital.

social change

Frequency: 50 %

Her instigation of social change sparked a movement for equality.

family dispute

Frequency: 45 %

The instigation of a family dispute caused tension at the gathering.

Idiomatic Expressions for instigation

• Phrase: spark off
  Meaning: To cause or initiate a series of events or actions.
  Usage: The controversial decision sparked off a heated debate among the members of the committee.