foment

Unruhen schüren

To cause a state of dissatisfaction and protest, often involving public demonstrations.

Absichtlich versuchen, Unruhen zu verursachen (formell).

eine Revolution anzetteln

To encourage and help a fundamental and often violent change in political power.

eine Rebellion anzetteln

To encourage and help a large-scale armed resistance against authority.

Einen groß angelegten bewaffneten Widerstand gegen die Obrigkeit fördern und unterstützen.

Streit schüren

To cause angry or violent disagreement between people or groups.

To secretly help a plot to overthrow a government.