firebrand — a person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change or rebellion
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change or rebellion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfaɪərˌbrænd/
Example Sentences
- The environmental firebrand staged a protest by chaining herself to the CEO's luxury car
- Known as a firebrand in college, she now works quietly as a librarian
- The firebrand's passionate speech ignited the crowd's enthusiasm for reform
firebrand
NOUN[/ˈfaɪərˌbrænd/]
a person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change or rebellion
a determined woman stands on a wooden platform, raising her fist high while speaking with intense emotion and fire in her eyes. Her other hand gestures dramatically toward the crowd as she delivers her passionate message. The crowd below begins to stir with excitement, some people raising their own fists in solidarity. Others lean forward eagerly, clearly moved by her powerful words and infectious energy. Several supporters start cheering and nodding enthusiastically, their faces showing growing determination. a person who is passionate about a particular cause, inciting change through her rebellious spirit
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, literally meaning 'a burning piece of wood or torch.' By the 16th century, it developed the figurative meaning of 'a person who stirs up trouble or incites others,' like someone spreading flames of rebellion.
Breakdown
fire (burning flame) + brand (piece of burning wood, torch)
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📝Examples
“The environmental firebrand staged a protest by chaining herself to the CEO's luxury car”
“Known as a firebrand in college, she now works quietly as a librarian”
“The firebrand's passionate speech ignited the crowd's enthusiasm for reform”
“Every family gathering turns chaotic when Uncle Bob, the political firebrand, starts talking”
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