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initiation vs instigation

instigation vs initiation

initiation and instigation both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
initiation Yes No No No
instigation Yes No No No
As nouns, instigation is a hyponym of initiation; that is, instigation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than initiation:
  • initiation: an act that sets in motion some course of events
  • instigation: deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)
Other hyponyms of initiation include fomentation.
initiation (noun) instigation (noun)
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)
an act that sets in motion some course of events the verbal act of urging on
wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge
a formal entry into an organization or position or office
Difference between initiation and instigation

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