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fomented

 

[ fəʊˈmɛntɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social unrest

Fomented refers to the act of instigating, promoting, or intensifying a particular condition, typically regarding social or political unrest. It implies a deliberate action aimed at stirring up emotions, often leading to increased tension or conflict. The term is frequently used in discussions about movements, uprisings, or agitation, suggesting that someone may be actively working to incite others. Fomented can carry a negative connotation, as it often relates to manipulative or unscrupulous methods.

Synonyms

agitated, incited, instigated, provoked

Examples of usage

  • The political leader fomented dissent among the citizens.
  • Activists fomented a revolution against the oppressive regime.
  • The group fomented anger in the community over the new policies.

Translations

Translations of the word "fomented" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fomentado

🇮🇳 उद्वेलित

🇩🇪 gefördert

🇮🇩 didorong

🇺🇦 підбурений

🇵🇱 pobudzony

🇯🇵 助長された

🇫🇷 favorisé

🇪🇸 fomentado

🇹🇷 teşvik edilen

🇰🇷 촉진된

🇸🇦 مُشَجَّع

🇨🇿 podporovaný

🇸🇰 povzbudený

🇨🇳 促进的

🇸🇮 spodbujan

🇮🇸 örvaður

🇰🇿 қолдау көрсетілген

🇬🇪 გაფართოებული

🇦🇿 təşviq olunan

🇲🇽 fomentado

Etymology

The word 'foment' originates from the Latin 'fomentum', which means 'a warm application', derived from 'foveo', meaning 'to warm, to cherish, to foster'. In the 15th century, the term evolved in Old French and Middle English to convey the idea of instigating or nurturing, particularly with a focus on stirring emotions or agitation. Initially associated with the medical practice of applying warmth to soothe or promote healing, the word's connotation shifted over time to encompass more active and often disruptive forms of stimulation. By the 19th century, 'foment' had firmly established itself in political discourse, frequently referring to the incitement of unrest or violence. This evolution of meaning reflects a growing recognition of the power of ideas and emotions in societal transformations.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,351, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.