唆 (suō) - To instigate, incite, or urge someone to do

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唆 · suō

To instigate, incite, or urge someone to do something, often with negative connotations of persuasion to wrongdoing.

To instigate, incite, or urge someone to do

Usage highlights

InstigateAbetIncite to crimeTempt and instigateInstigate rebellionWhisper instigation

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 劝阻— to dissuade, advise against
  • 制止— to stop, prevent
  • 规劝— to admonish, exhort to good

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He instigated the child to lie (唆使孩子撒谎).
  • Don't incite others to fight (不要唆使别人打架).
  • She was accused of abetting the crime (她被指控教唆犯罪).
  • The villain tempted him with money (坏人用金钱唆使他).

Collocations

  • Instigate(唆使)
  • Abet(教唆)
  • Incite to crime(唆讼)
  • Tempt and instigate(唆诱)
  • Instigate rebellion(唆乱)
  • Whisper instigation(唆嗾)

Idioms

  • To incite and instigate(调唆弄怂)
  • To stir up trouble through instigation(唆嘴弄舌)
  • To abet and instigate crime(教唆犯罪)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character carries strong negative connotations in Chinese culture, associated with manipulation and leading others astray.
  • In legal contexts, '教唆' (abetting/instigating) is a specific criminal offense where one persuades another to commit a crime.
  • The character reflects cultural wariness about negative influence and the moral responsibility of persuasion.

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