fomenter Definition
a person who stirs up or promotes trouble or rebellion; an agitator.
Using fomenter: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fomenter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The fomenter of the protest was arrested by the police.
Example
He was accused of being a fomenter of unrest in the community.
Example
The politician was seen as a fomenter of division and conflict.
fomenter Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for fomenter
- instigator
- provocateur
- inciter
- agitator
- rabble-rouser
Phrases with fomenter
Example
He was accused of fomenting trouble among the workers.
to incite or encourage a revolution
Example
The group was actively trying to foment a revolution against the government.
to stir up or promote feelings of discontent or dissatisfaction
Example
The opposition party was accused of fomenting discontent among the population.
Summary: fomenter in Brief
A 'fomenter' [fuh-men-ter] is a person who stirs up or promotes trouble or rebellion, often for political or social reasons. Synonyms include 'instigator,' 'provocateur,' and 'agitator.' Examples of usage include 'The fomenter of the protest was arrested by the police,' and 'The politician was seen as a fomenter of division and conflict.' Phrases include 'foment trouble,' 'foment a revolution,' and 'foment discontent.'
