rab·ble-rous·er
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Definition of rabble-rouser
: one that stirs up the masses of the people (as to hatred or violence) : demagogue
Other Words from rabble-rouser
rabble-rousing
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ˈra-bəl-ˌrau-ziŋ
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noun or adjective
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noun or adjective
Synonyms for rabble-rouser
Synonyms
- agitator,
- demagogue
- (also demagog),
- exciter,
- firebrand,
- fomenter,
- incendiary,
- inciter,
- instigator,
- kindler,
- provocateur
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“Rabble-rouser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rabble-rouser. Accessed 23 May. 2022.
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The first known use of rabble-rouser was in 1843
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