tub-thumper

tub–thump·er

noun \ˈtəb-ˌthəm-pər\

Definition of TUB-THUMPER

: a vociferous supporter (as of a cause)

— tub–thump \-ˌthəmp\ verb

First Known Use of TUB-THUMPER

1662

Related to TUB-THUMPER

Synonyms: advocate, advocator, apostle, backer, booster, champion, expounder, espouser, friend, gospeler (or gospeller), herald, hierophant, high priest, paladin, promoter, proponent, protagonist, supporter, true believer, tub-thumper, white knight

Antonyms: adversary, antagonist, opponent

Related Words: loyalist, partisan (also partizan), stalwart; adherent, cohort, disciple, follower; interpreter; applauder, cheerleader, encourager, fellow traveler

Near Antonyms: enemy, foe, rival; belittler, critic, faultfinder

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