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Meaning of incendiary

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

incendiary

Pronunciation:/ɪnˈsɛn.djəɹ.i//ɪnˈsɛn.di.əɹ.i/

noun

Definitions

  1. Something capable of causing fire, particularly a weapon.

    Example: The military used incendiaries to destroy the building. Fortunately, the fire didn't spread.

  2. One who maliciously sets fires.

    Synonyms:arsonist
  3. One who excites or inflames factions into quarrels.

    Synonyms:agitator

adjective

Definitions

  1. Capable of, or used for, or actually causing fire.

  2. Intentionally stirring up strife, riot, rebellion.

  3. Inflammatory, emotionally charged.

    Example: Politics is an incendiary topic; it tends to cause fights to break out.