foment conflict

The phrase “foment conflict” has 4 syllables: fo-ment con-flict

It's pronounced as /foʊˈmɛnt ˈkɑːnflɪkt/


What is synonym and antonym for foment conflict?

In the thesaurus, “foment conflict” has 8 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for foment conflict along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for foment conflict

  • agitate for violence
  • encourage division
  • fuel antagonism
  • incite strife
  • instigate discord
  • kindle unrest
  • provoke hostility
  • stir up trouble

Antonyms for foment conflict

  • build understanding
  • cultivate goodwill
  • encourage unity
  • foster harmony
  • nurture reconciliation
  • promote peace
  • strengthen cooperation
  • support stability

Example Sentences

  • The agitators tried to foment conflict between the workers and the management.
  • Propaganda was used to foment conflict among neighboring countries.
  • Some politicians deliberately foment conflict to distract from pressing issues.
  • Social media can sometimes foment conflict by spreading misinformation.
  • The rebels sought to foment conflict in order to destabilize the government.

On this page you'll find 16 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to foment conflict, such as: agitate for violence, build understanding, cultivate goodwill, encourage division, encourage unity, foster harmony, fuel antagonism.

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