v. Function: verb
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Synonyms: INCITE , foment, instigate, provoke, raise, set, set on, stir (up), whip (up)
Related Words: egg, exhort, goad, prod, spur, urge; advocate, countenance, encourage, endorse
Contrasted Words: forbid, prevent, prohibit; debar, deter, discourage
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Synonyms: HELP 1, aid, assist, benefact, do for, help out, stead