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Instigator Definition & Meaning

instigator
noun
  1. someone who deliberately foments trouble; "she was the instigator of their quarrel"
  2. a person who initiates a course of action

"Instigator" in song lyrics

See how instigator is used in real songs:

  • "? later, if you still be or wanna be a instigator"
    The Lady of Rage — Get With Da Wickedness (Flow Like That)
  • "Roll with the soul man, slow flow instigator"
    Lootpack — Law of Physics
  • "Reek Daddy the muthafuckin' instigator"
    Mac Dre f/ Da Unda Dogg, Jamar, Mac Mall, Naked, Reek Daddy, Sugawolf — Crest Creepers

Usage tips for "instigator"

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Frequently asked questions

What does instigator mean?
someone who deliberately foments trouble; "she was the instigator of their quarrel" a person who initiates a course of action
What part of speech is instigator?
Instigator is a noun.
How many definitions does instigator have?
Instigator has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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