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Antonyms for Peacemaker

Noun:

1. Instigator

A person who causes trouble, provokes conflicts, or encourages disagreements.

• Sample sentence: Susan was known for being an instigator, always starting arguments and never attempting to find common ground.
2. Agitator

Someone who deliberately stirs up or promotes unrest, hostility, or rebellion.

• Sample sentence: The agitator's speeches ignited a wave of protests and violence among the frustrated crowd.
3. Brawler

A person who frequently engages in physical fights or heated confrontations.

• Sample sentence: Jake's reputation as a brawler made everyone around him anxious, as they never knew when his anger would escalate into violence.
4. Provoker

One who deliberately tries to incite anger, annoyance, or emotional reactions from others.

• Sample sentence: The child became a skilled provoker, always pushing the boundaries and testing the patience of those around him.

Adjective:

1. Contentious

Characterized by a tendency to argue, oppose, or quarrel with others.

• Sample sentence: The contentious atmosphere during the meeting made it nearly impossible to reach a peaceful resolution.
2. Inflammatory

Causing anger, irritation, or excitement, especially through provocative language or actions.

• Sample sentence: The speaker's inflammatory remarks led to a chaotic scene where tempers flared and the room erupted into a shouting match.
3. Conflict-ridden

Marked or characterized by ongoing conflicts, disputes, or disagreements.

• Sample sentence: The history of the region is deeply rooted in conflict-ridden relationships between different ethnic groups.
4. Combative

Having a tendency to engage in fights, disputes, or disagreements.

• Sample sentence: The combative nature of the debate left both sides feeling more divided than ever.

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