Synonyms

rabble-rousing

American

[rab-uhl-rou-zing] / ˈræb əlˌraʊ zɪŋ /

adjective

of, relating to, or characteristic of a rabble-rouser.

noun

an instance or the practice of stirring up the passions or prejudices of the public.

Etymology

Origin of rabble-rousing

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

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The audience isn’t ready to say goodbye to her rabble-rousing activist Perfidia Beverly Hills.

From Los Angeles Times

On its surface, a 36-year-old football player teaming up with rabble-rousing investors might seem as unlikely as getting engaged to the world’s most famous pop star after talking about her on a podcast.

From The Wall Street Journal

His know-nothing rabble-rousing appalled progressives who otherwise admired him for his principled stands against the Vietnam War and in favor of campaign finance reform.

From Los Angeles Times

Lisa is the rabble-rousing rock star, responsible for Blackpink's signature attitude, which she undercuts with a few well-timed winks to the camera.

From BBC

Prosecutor Ben Holt previously told the court Mr Jones used "inflammatory, rabble-rousing language in the throng of a crowd described as a tinderbox".

From BBC

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