rabble rouser
alternative spelling of rabble-rousing
/ˈræbəlˌraʊzər/
noun
- A person who makes speeches or takes actions intended to make a group of people angry or excited, especially in order to cause trouble or protest.
- Union leaders warned that a known rabble-rouser was planning to disrupt the peaceful march.
- The politician was accused of being a rabble-rouser who stirred up anger at the town hall meeting.
- Some people see the activist as a hero, while others dismiss her as a dangerous rabble-rouser.
- A person who deliberately tries to create disagreement or conflict within a group or community.
- At every neighborhood meeting, the same rabble-rouser would argue about every small issue.
- She was labeled a rabble-rouser for constantly questioning the company's policies in front of everyone.
- The coach told the team to ignore the rabble-rouser who was spreading rumors about the players.
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