instigate

动词

1. 1

   煽动、挑起、教唆贬义

   He was accused of instigating violence during the protest.

   他被指控在抗议期间煽动暴力。

2. 2

   发起、著手进行、促成正式

   The board instigated a full review of the company's finances.

   董事会发起了一项公司财务的全面检讨。