Meaning of the word instigator in English

What does instigator mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

instigator

US /ˈɪn.stə.ɡeɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈɪn.stɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Noun

a person who initiates or provokes an action or event, especially an undesirable one

Example:
The police are looking for the instigator of the riot.
He was identified as the main instigator behind the protest.