to instigate or foster (discord, rebellion, etc.); promote the growth or development of

to foment trouble; to foment discontent.

to apply warm water or medicated liquid, ointments, etc., to (the surface of the body).

verb

cease , dampen , discourage , dissuade , stop

verb

abet , agitate , arouse , brew , cultivate , encourage , excite , fan the flames , foster , goad , incite , nurse , nurture , promote , quicken , raise , set , set on , sow the seeds , spur , start , stimulate , stir up , whip up * , egg on , galvanize , impel , inflame , inspire , instigate , motivate , move , pique , prick , prod , prompt , propel , set off , touch off , trigger , work up , provoke , rouse , stir , stupe