Meaning of stir up in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   stir up

   Definitions

   1. try to stir up public opinion
2. 2. arouse or excite feelings and passions

   Examples

   • « The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor »
   • « The refugees' fate stirred up compassion around the world »
   • « Wake old feelings of hatred »
3. 3. change the arrangement or position of
4. 4. provoke or stir up

   Examples

   • « incite a riot »
   • « set off great unrest among the people »