antagonizer

/æntəˈɡɒnɪsaɪzər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who habitually provokes or causes trouble for others.

“She was known as a master antagonizer at the office, constantly stirring up conflicts.”

2. verb

To provoke or cause trouble for someone, often in a deliberate or manipulative manner.

“He antagonized his coworker by spreading false rumors about her project.”

Synonyms

  • provocateur
  • troublemaker

Antonyms

  • mediator
  • peacemaker