firebrands
firebrands is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, firebrands is hyphenated as:
Definitions offirebrands
- An argumentative troublemaker or revolutionary; one who agitates against the current situation.
Synonyms: radical, revolutionary, troublemaker
Example: "The member of the college's Communist League was a firebrand who would launch a sit-in or protest march at a moment's notice."
- A torch or other burning stick with a flame at one end.
Example: "The crowd cheered as a firebrand was tossed onto the huge pile of wood to start the traditional homecoming bonfire."
Nearby Words
17 wordsTrending in English (US)
Terms getting hyphenated by users right now.