verb · to incite, stir up, or instigate (often a conflict, war, or emotion)

他故意挑起双方的矛盾。

verb · to carry something on one's shoulder using a pole, often with a container at each end

他挑起担子去市场卖菜。

verb · to assume responsibility for a difficult task or burden.

他一个人挑起了家庭的重担。