Synonyms of incendiary

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noun

1

as in torch

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• torch
• arsonist
• igniter
• firebug
• ignitor
• pyromaniac
• flamer
• kindler
• immolator
• inflamer

2

as in firebrand

a person who stirs up public feelings especially of discontent

blamed the protests on outside incendiaries who were intent on overthrowing the government

Synonyms & Similar Words

• firebrand
• rebel
• insurgent
• provocateur
• demagogue
• apostle
• proponent
• promoter
• agitator
• demagog
• supporter
• instigator
• protester
• advocate
• inciter
• exciter
• demonstrator
• revolutionary
• fomenter
• reformer
• rabble-rouser
• kindler
• protestor
• booster
• extremist
• champion
• reformist
• exponent
• alarmist
• troublemaker
• objector
• subversive
• radical
• picketer
• marcher
• insurrectionist
• agent provocateur
• revolutionist
• provoker
• persuader
• prompter
• revolter
• backer
• prodder

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• peacemaker
• reconciler
• uniter

incendiary

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adjective

as in provocative

tending to excite political disorder or insurrection

recklessly made incendiary remarks during a period of heightened racial tensions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• provocative
• inflammatory
• seditious
• revolutionary
• agitational
• instigative
• mutinous
• rebellious

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conciliatory
• diplomatic
• pacific
• soothing
• calming