instigation
Pronunciation: /ˌɪnstɪˈɡeɪʃən/
The English word “instigation” has 1 meaning listed here.
noun
- The act of instigating, or the state of being instigated; incitement; especially to evil or wickedness.
Etymology
From Middle English instigacioun, from Old French instigacïon and Latin instīgātio.
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