G2042

ἐρεθίζω

erethizō

Verb · From a presumed prolonged form of ἔρις (G2054)

From a presumed prolonged form of G2054; to stimulate (especially to anger):—provoke.

Outline

to stir up, excite, stimulate, to provoke

Usages

2 Corinthians 9:2

For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.

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Colossians 3:21

Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.

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