provocateur
noun
a person who provokes trouble, causes dissension, or the like; agitator.
provocateurs
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pluralof provocateur.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It also said the flotilla was serving "professional provocateurs".
From Barron's ● May 1, 2026
Tucker Carlson, the former Fox News host turned popular right-wing podcaster, recently announced he is teaming up with Skyhorse Publishing to release books by a familiar cast of provocateurs.
From Salon ● Apr. 18, 2026
There were no reports of violence or disorder, contrary to Fico's warnings this week that provocateurs would encourage demonstrators to attack public buildings, causing a police reaction leading to bigger protests.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2025
From Hollywood big shots like Martin Scorsese and Ridley Scott to our favorite indie provocateurs, here are the 20 films we’re most thrilled to line up for.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2023
The government also infiltrated spies and agents provocateurs into the organization.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
