Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inflammatory comment
Noun Phrase
/ɪnˈflæmətɔːri ˈkɒmɛnt/
Definition
A statement intended to provoke strong emotions or audacious reactions, often causing conflict.
Examples
- His inflammatory comment during the meeting upset many team members.
- The article included inflammatory comments that fueled the debate.
- Online forums often feature inflammatory comments, making constructive conversation difficult.
Meaning
Inflammatory comments are remarks that can incite anger or discord among individuals, often leading to heated discussions or disagreements.
Synonyms
- Provocative remark
- Incendiary statement
- Agitating comment
- Controversial remark
