Incite and Overawe

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Incite verb - To bring (something volatile or intense) into being.

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Overawe is an antonym for incite.

Nearby Words: incitement, inciting

Overawe verb - Subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats).

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Incite is an antonym for overawe in topics: frighten, browbeat.

Nearby Word: overawing

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