provocateurs
nounUK /prəˈvɒkətɜːz/
US /prəˈvɑːkətɜːrz/
People who try to make others angry or upset on purpose.
The provocateurs shouted at the crowd to start a fight.
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2. People who deliberately cause trouble at protests or public events.
Police kept the provocateurs away from the peaceful march.
3. People who stir up strong feelings or reactions in others.
The provocateurs in the debate kept the audience arguing for hours.
4. Secret agents who encourage others to act against their own side.
The provocateurs were sent to stir unrest among the workers.