verb
- to encourage or stir up (trouble, rebellion, or unrest)
- to promote the growth or development of something
Examples
- The radical leader tried to foment rebellion among the workers.
- Social media can foment discord between different groups.
- The politician was accused of fomenting unrest in the city.
- Economic inequality can foment social tensions.
- The organization works to foment positive change in the community.
- His inflammatory speeches fomented anger among his supporters.