disturber

noun

Definition of disturbernext
as in troublemaker

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  1. troublemaker
  2. assailant
  3. pest
  4. attacker
  5. victimizer
Noun
  • The protests against the underfunding of schools — many of them struggling with dilapidated facilities and insufficient staff — have drawn troublemakers not concerned about the aims of the protest movement as well as unions and political groups.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Hiller plays Aldrict, an old-world vampire who has crossed paths with Liz several times over the centuries and is a bit of a troublemaker.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of troublemaker
Noun
  • Authorities found the assailant dead inside the school minutes after the shooting was first reported, Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz said.
    — Alanna Durkin Richer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Then in 1989, an assailant attacked an elementary school in Stockton, California, using an assault rifle to kill five people and wound 29, prompting public outcry and calls to restrict such weapons.
    — Robert Spitzer, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of assailant
Noun
  • All participating growers had nutrient management plans, used integrated pest management and incorporated beneficial insects into their pest management programs.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
  • However, infested areas should be treated by pest control, the CDC says.
    — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of pest
Noun
  • Tear gas filled the area, and Nathaniel saw two attackers in the back of a pickup with automatic weapons.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Turn off Wi-Fi and unplug any Ethernet connection to help prevent potential communication with an attacker.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of attacker
Noun
  • My office will hold their victimizer fully accountable for her inhumane actions.
    — Eric Mack, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Jarrett, the elder brother, was eventually taken in by a man who later abused him, a victimizer who then set his sights on Baylon.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of victimizer
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“Disturber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disturber. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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