troublemaker
75 synonyms and 0 antonyms for troublemaker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who deliberately causes problems or stirs up conflict.
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Etymology
From trouble + make + -er.
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What does “troublemaker” mean?
The word “troublemaker” means someone who deliberately causes problems or stirs up conflict. In plain terms, a person who habitually stirs up problems, often on purpose.
How do you pronounce “troublemaker”?
“Troublemaker” is pronounced TRUH-buhl-may-kuh (/ˈtɹʌbəlˌmeɪkə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “troublemaker” in a sentence?
Here is “troublemaker” used in a sentence: “The teacher moved the troublemaker to the front row.”
What is another word for “troublemaker”?
Words with a similar meaning to “troublemaker” include agitator, bad news, bad boy, bear, beggar and bhoy.
What part of speech is “troublemaker”?
“Troublemaker” is a noun.