noun

troublemaker

troublemaker, disruptor, rabble-rouser

He was known as a troublemaker at school.

He was known as a troublemaker at school.

The manager identified the main troublemaker in the team.

The manager identified the main troublemaker in the team.

((a/the)) troublemaker a person who habitually causes difficulty or problems He was known as a troublemaker at school.

Synonyms: mischief-maker, disruptor; Antonyms: peacemaker

From 'trouble' + 'maker'. Literally, a person who makes trouble.

Picture someone literally *making* a pile of trouble.

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