Word: INSTIGATING
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Definition of INSTIGATING
- To incite; to bring about by urging or encouraging
"to instigate a riot"
- To goad or urge (a person) forward, especially to wicked actions; to provoke
"to instigate someone to a crime"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
📜 Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
🗣️ Example Sentences
- • "The referee verified that "instigating" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- • "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "instigating" to secure the victory."
💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | ✓ Valid | 17 pts |
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🔗 Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INSTIGATING:
- # the instigating effect
- # master of instigating
- # playing with instigating
- # in terms of instigating
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