How to Pronounce "instigated"
word
ˈɪnstəˌɡeɪtɪd
IN-stuh-gay-tid
ˈɪnstɪɡˌeɪtɪd
IN-sti-gay-tid
Definition
To start something, especially something bad or cause trouble, by encouraging others to do it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪnstəˌɡeɪtɪd
British English
ˈɪnstɪɡˌeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-stuh-gay-tid
UK
IN-sti-gay-tid
Listen in Context
He instigated the argument by making rude comments.
The teacher said someone had instigated the food fight.
His speech instigated the crowd to protest.
Rumors about layoffs were instigated by someone in management.