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STIR UP

(verb)
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There are 4 meanings of the phrase Stir Up.

Stir Up - as a verb

Try to stir up public opinion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agitatefoment
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
provokestimulate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Arouse or excite feelings and passions

Example: "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fire upheatigniteinflamewake
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouseelicitenkindleevokefirekindleprovokeraise
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Change the arrangement or position of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agitatecommovedisturbraise upvex
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
displacemove
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Provoke or stir up

Example: "Incite a riot"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inciteinstigateset off
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
provokestimulate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He tried to stir up controversy with his controversial remarks."
"The protestors were trying to stir up support for their cause."
"His actions only served to stir up more anger and resentment."
"The article was written to stir up interest in the upcoming election."
"The coach tried to stir up motivation in his team before the big game."
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