provoker

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Noun provoker has 1 sense

instigator, provoker, inciter, instigant, firebrand - someone who deliberately foments trouble; "she was the instigator of their quarrel"
--₁ is a kind of troublemaker, trouble maker, troubler, mischief-maker, bad hat
--₁ has particulars: ringleader
Derived form: verb provoke₄

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Provoker

Noun

Definition: a person or thing that incites or instigates.

Synonyms: agitator, instigator, firebrand, inciter, troublemaker

Sample sentence 1: The political rally was peaceful until a provoker arrived and started making inflammatory remarks.

Sample sentence 2: The artist's provocative paintings acted as a provoker of thoughts and emotions among the viewers.

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Verb

Definition: to incite, stimulate, or prompt a reaction or response.

Synonyms: incite, stimulate, excite, rouse, provoke

Sample sentence 1: His controversial speech provoked anger and frustration among the audience.

Sample sentence 2: The teacher used thought-provoking questions to provoke critical thinking in the students.

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