STIR UP

(verb) provoke or stir up
"incite a riot", "set off great unrest among the people"
synonyms : incite , instigate , set off
(verb) change the arrangement or position of
synonyms : agitate , commove , disturb , raise up , shake up , vex
The servant agitated the tables and chairs while cleaning. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) arouse or excite feelings and passions
"The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor", "The refugees' fate stirred up compassion around the world", "Wake old feelings of hatred"
synonyms : fire up , heat , ignite , inflame , wake
(verb) try to stir up public opinion
synonyms : agitate , foment
The unions were agitating for a higher pay. -added by naila_inlas
He was accused of fomenting violence. -added by nithi

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