instigation
Translation
instigation, incitement, prompting
Examples
The riot started at the instigation of a few extremists.
The riot started at the instigation of a few extremists.
Grammar Patterns
at the instigation of ((sb.)) causing an event to happen, usually a bad one The inquiry was started at the instigation of the press.
Similar Words
Synonyms: incitement, provocation, prompting; Antonyms: dissuasion
Etymology
From Latin 'instigare' (to urge on), from 'in-' (on) + 'stigare' (to prick, incite).
Memory Tips
Think of 'stinging' someone into action. The instigation is the 'sting' that gets something started, often something negative.