rabble-rouse [rab-uh l-rouz] ExamplesWord Origin See more synonyms for rabble-rouse on Thesaurus.com verb (used without object), rab·ble-roused, rab·ble-rousing.
- to stir up the emotions or prejudices of the public; agitate.
Origin of rabble-rouse First recorded in 1955–60; back formation from rabble-rouser Related Words for rabble-rouse plot, abet, prompt, initiate, incite, inflame, kindle, spur, foment, urge, scheme, raise, hint, actuate, needle, move, insinuate, goad, impel, start Examples from the Web for rabble-rouse Contemporary Examples of rabble-rouse
He can rabble-rouse with the appearance of utmost propriety.
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