rabble-rouse

[rab-uhl-rouz]

verb (used without object)

rabble-roused, rabble-rousing 

1. to stir up the emotions or prejudices of the public; agitate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rabble-rouse¹

First recorded in 1955–60; back formation from rabble-rouser

Related Words

• abet 
• bring about 
• foment 
• incite 
• inflame 
• initiate 
• kindle 
• plot 
• prompt 
• spur 
• whip up