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Synonyms & Antonyms of incendiary
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
a person who deliberately and unlawfully sets fire to a building or other property
- firefighters caught the incendiary, who was watching the effects of his handiwork
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2
a person who stirs up public feelings especially of discontent
- blamed the protests on outside incendiaries who were intent on overthrowing the government
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- agitator,
- demagogue
- (also demagog),
- exciter,
- firebrand,
- fomenter,
- inciter,
- instigator,
- kindler,
- provocateur,
- rabble-rouser
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adjectiveSynonyms & Antonyms of incendiary (Entry 2 of 2)
tending to excite political disorder or insurrection
- recklessly made incendiary remarks during a period of heightened racial tensions
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