This compound verb means to shake vigorously or stir up, especially applied to crowds and emotions. In Mark 15:11, the chief priests use this action to incite the crowd against Jesus, stirring them to demand Barabbas. Luke 23:5 describes Jesus' opponents accusing Him of stirring up the people throughout Judea. The classical background includes shaking objects and brandishing weapons, but the New Testament focuses on social agitation. The multilingual glosses (Spanish alborota/incitaron, French exciter) emphasize the verb's role in mob dynamics and public unrest.