Definitions of incendiary:

  • noun:   a bomb that is designed to start fires; are most effective against flammable targets (such as fuel)
  • noun:   a criminal who illegally sets fire to property
  • adjective:   arousing to action or rebellion
  • adjective:   involving deliberate burning of property
    Example: "An incendiary fire"
  • adjective:   capable of catching fire spontaneously or causing fires or burning readily
    Example: "An incendiary agent"