verb
to aid or promote the activity or development of
incite a riot
Synonyms: abet, foment, instigate, provoke, raise, set, set on, stir (up), whip (up)
Related Word: forward, further, promote, stimulate; set off, trigger; agitate, solicit; encourage, motivate, motive; excite, inflame, rouse
Contrasted words: check, curb, discourage, inhibit, restrain; calm, quiet, subdue