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Definition of inciter
inciter
/ɪnˈsaɪtər/
in · cit · er
Plural:inciters
inciter Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
A person who provokes, urges, or stirs up others to take action, especially unlawful, rebellious, or harmful behavior.
Example
"The authorities identified him as the primary inciter of the public disturbance outside the courthouse."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the 16th century from the verb 'incite' (borrowed from Middle French 'inciter', from Latin 'incitare', meaning 'to set in rapid motion' or 'rouse') plus the agentive suffix '-er'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inciter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inciter