Associations to the word «Firebrand»

Wiktionary

FIREBRAND, noun. An argumentative troublemaker or revolutionary; one who agitates against the current situation.
FIREBRAND, noun. A torch or other burning stick with a flame at one end.

Dictionary definition

FIREBRAND, noun. A piece of wood that has been burned or is burning.
FIREBRAND, noun. Someone who deliberately foments trouble; "she was the instigator of their quarrel".

Wise words

When you have spoken the word, it reigns over you. When it is unspoken you reign over it.
Arabian Proverb