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tub–thumper

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noun tub–thump·er \ˈtəb-ˌthəm-pər\

Definition of tub–thumper

  1. :  a vociferous supporter (as of a cause)

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First Known Use of tub–thumper

1662

tub–thumper Synonyms

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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