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Provocateur
Description:
A provocateur is a person who deliberately behaves in a way to provoke or stir up controversy, debate, or strong reactions in others. This term can refer to someone who acts as an agent provocateur, inciting or encouraging others towards disruptive or unlawful behavior, or simply someone who enjoys challenging conventional or accepted ideas.
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Senses and Usages:
Noun:
- A person who intentionally provokes or incites strong reactions, often for the purpose of stimulating discussion or debate.
Example: The controversial artist was known for his role as a provocateur, continuously challenging societal norms with his provocative artwork.
- A person who engages in undercover activities to entice others into illegal, extremist, or subversive actions.
Example: The political activist claimed that the individuals causing violence during the protest were actually government provocateurs meant to tarnish their movement's image.
Adjective:
- Characterizing someone or something that is intentionally provocative or controversial.
Example: The politician's provocateur remarks during the debate caused a frenzy of arguments and counterarguments.
Verb:
- To act as a provocateur, purposely provoking reactions or stirring up controversy.
Example: The radio talk-show host loved to provocateur his callers, eliciting passionate responses to boost ratings.
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