noun
- plural of fomenter; people who instigate, encourage, or stir up trouble, rebellion, or unrest
Usage: typically used in a negative context; often refers to those who deliberately provoke conflict or dissent
Examples
- The government blamed foreign fomenters for spreading propaganda and inciting unrest.
- Fomenters of discord were arrested after the violent protests.
- Social media has made it easier for fomenters of misinformation to reach large audiences.
- The fomenters of the rebellion were eventually captured and tried.
- Local leaders worked to identify the fomenters behind the community conflict.
- Fomenters of hatred often exploit economic hardship to gain followers.