suscite

/səˈsɪti/

Definitions

1. verb

to raise or stir up, especially a tumult or rebellion

“The politician’s inflammatory speech was said to have suscited the riot.”

2. verb

to rouse or provoke (a person) to action or passion

“The provocative artwork suscited heated debate among the art critics.”

3. noun

a tumult or rebellion raised or stirred up

“The suscite was quickly quelled by the police.”

4. noun

an incitement to riot or rebellion

“The politician’s words were seen as a suscite for the unrest.”

Synonyms

  • incite
  • inflame
  • provoke
  • stir

Antonyms

  • calm
  • pacify
  • soothe