Definition of tub-thumper
:a vociferous supporter (as of a cause)
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First Known Use of tub-thumper
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tub-thumper Synonyms
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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 knightAntonyms
adversary, antagonist, opponentRelated Words
loyalist, partisan (also partizan), stalwart; adherent, cohort, disciple, follower; interpreter; applauder, cheerleader, encourager, fellow travelerNear Antonyms
enemy, foe, rival; belittler, critic, faultfinderLearn More about tub-thumper
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