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rab·ble-rous·er | \ ˈra-bəl-ˌrau̇-zər 
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\Definition of rabble-rouser
: one that stirs up the masses of the people (as to hatred or violence) : demagogue
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rabble-rousing \ ˈra-bəl-ˌrau-ziŋ \ noun or adjective
\ noun or adjectiveSynonyms for rabble-rouser
Synonyms
- agitator,
- demagogue
- (also demagog),
- exciter,
- firebrand,
- fomenter,
- incendiary,
- inciter,
- instigator,
- kindler,
- provocateur
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rabble-rouser
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of rabble-rouser
disapproving : a person who makes a group of people angry, excited, or violent (such as by giving speeches) especially in order to achieve a political or social goal
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The first known use of rabble-rouser was in 1843
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