instigator in Russian

instigator in Russian is зачи́нщик, зачи́нщица, подстрека́тель — instigator means someone who deliberately starts or stirs up trouble, an incident, or a plan.

instigator in Russian

зачи́нщик

noun

Pronounced: zachinshchik

A person who intentionally instigates, incites, or starts something, especially one that creates trouble.

зачи́нщица

noun

Pronounced: zachinshchitsa

A person who intentionally instigates, incites, or starts something, especially one that creates trouble.

подстрека́тель

noun

Pronounced: podstrekatel

A person who intentionally instigates, incites, or starts something, especially one that creates trouble.

подстрека́тельница

noun

Pronounced: podstrekatelnitsa

A person who intentionally instigates, incites, or starts something, especially one that creates trouble.

What does "instigator" mean?

noun Someone who deliberately starts or stirs up trouble, an incident, or a plan.
"Police named him as the chief instigator of the brawl."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

instigator in a sentence

Police named him as the chief instigator of the brawl.

Similar words in Russian

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Common Russian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "instigator" in Russian?

"instigator" in Russian is зачи́нщик, зачи́нщица, подстрека́тель. instigator means: Someone who deliberately starts or stirs up trouble, an incident, or a plan.

How do you pronounce зачи́нщик?

"instigator" in Russian is зачи́нщик, pronounced "zachinshchik".

How do you use "instigator" in a sentence?

Example: "Police named him as the chief instigator of the brawl." In Russian, "instigator" is зачи́нщик, зачи́нщица, подстрека́тель.

Are there other ways to say "instigator" in Russian?

Yes — Russian has 4 translations listed for "instigator": зачи́нщик, зачи́нщица, подстрека́тель, подстрека́тельница.

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