firebrand (Meaning)
firebrand (n)
a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning
someone who deliberately foments trouble
firebrand (n.)
A piece of burning wood.
One who inflames factions, or causes contention and mischief; an incendiary.
Synonyms & Antonyms of firebrand
Synonyms:
- exponent
- protestor
- fomenter
- incendiary
- demagog
- troublemaker
- reformist
- revolutionary
- exciter
- champion
- inciter
- extremist
- kindler
Antonyms:
No strong antonyms found.
Synonyms:
- marcher
- alarmist
- backer
- persuader
- provoker
- picketer
- prompter
- insurrectionist
- subversive
- radical
- revolutionist
- booster
- objector
Antonyms:
firebrand Sentence Examples
- John Brown, the abolitionist firebrand, ignited a blaze of controversy with his radical actions.
- The firebrand preacher stirred up a storm of emotions with his inflammatory rhetoric.
- The firebrand politician used incendiary language to galvanize his followers.
- Revolutionary firebrands ignited the flames of independence in oppressed nations.
- The firebrand artist's work was a fiery exploration of social and political themes.
- A firebrand speech can ignite a spark that sets an entire movement ablaze.
- The firebrand activist fearlessly confronted injustice, setting an example for others.
- The firebrand professor inspired students with his passion and intellectual audacity.
- The firebrand writer's words burned with the intensity of her convictions.
- The firebrand musician's music ignited a flame within listeners, inspiring them to action.
FAQs About the word firebrand
a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning, someone who deliberately foments troubleA piece of burning wood., One who inflames factions, or causes conte
protester, demagogue, rabble-rouser, supporter, proponent, provocateur, promoter, demonstrator, reformer,rebel
reconciler,peacemaker, reconciler, peacemaker,, uniter,uniter
John Brown, the abolitionist firebrand, ignited a blaze of controversy with his radical actions.
The firebrand preacher stirred up a storm of emotions with his inflammatory rhetoric.
The firebrand politician used incendiary language to galvanize his followers.
Revolutionary firebrands ignited the flames of independence in oppressed nations.
