whip up
Meaning: to create strong feelings in other people
Synonym: stir up, arouseFor example:
- whip up sth She criticized the media for whipping up prejudice against drug users.
- whip up sth The opponents of gay marriage tried to whip up fear and hysteria about the proposed new laws.
whip up: excitement, enthusiasm, anger, fear, prejudice, hysteria
Quick Quiz:
The makers of the movie started an online campaign designed to whip up
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