Incitement synonyms

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motive
An incentive to act in a particular way; a reason or emotion that makes one want to do something; anything that prompts a choice of action. [from 15th c.]
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goad
A sharp-pointed stick used in driving oxen
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incitation
The act of inciting or moving to action.
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trigger
A similar device used to activate any mechanism.
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cause (related)
A basis for an action or response; a reason:
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exhortation
Exhortation is defined as the act or process of making a strong urging or appeal.
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stimulus
Something that has an impact or an effect on an organism so that its behavior is modified in a detectable way.
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instigation
The act of instigating, or the state of being instigated; incitement; especially to evil or wickedness.
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provocation
(Emergency medicine) The second step in OPQRST regarding the investigation of what makes the symptoms MOI or NOI improve or deteriorate.
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incentive (related)
Something, such as the fear of punishment or the expectation of reward, that induces action or motivates effort.
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