provocateur
0 antonyms and opposites of provocateur, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Someone who deliberately says or does things to stir up a reaction, argument, or controversy.
How to use provocateur
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from French provocateur, "one who provokes," from the verb provoquer.
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What does “provocateur” mean?
The word “provocateur” means someone who deliberately says or does things to stir up a reaction, argument, or controversy. In plain terms, a person who stirs up trouble or controversy on purpose, sometimes as an undercover tactic.
How do you use “provocateur” in a sentence?
Here is “provocateur” used in a sentence: “The columnist built his career as a provocateur, courting outrage with every article.”
What part of speech is “provocateur”?
“Provocateur” is a noun.
Where does the word “provocateur” come from?
The word “provocateur” comes from French. Borrowed directly from French provocateur, "one who provokes," from the verb provoquer.
How many meanings does “provocateur” have?
“Provocateur” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who deliberately says or does things to stir up a reaction, argument, or controversy.