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troubler
/ˈtrʌb.lər/
one who causes trouble
The troubler was quickly identified and asked to leave the meeting.
The person causing disruption was asked to leave.
neutral
a person who causes trouble or disturbance
The troubler disrupted the classroom with constant interruptions.
The disruptive student made it hard for others to focus.
Police arrested the troubler after the protest turned violent.
The individual responsible for the unrest was detained.
Often implies intentional disruption, but can also refer to someone who unintentionally causes problems.
Collocations
chronic troublera person who frequently causes troublepotential troublersomeone who may cause trouble
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Pro Tip
Avoiding confusion with 'troublemaker'
'Troubler' is less common than 'troublemaker' but can be used interchangeably in most contexts. 'Troublemaker' is more frequently used in everyday speech.
Gold Rule
Context matters
Use 'troubler' when referring to someone who causes trouble, but consider the context—whether the disruption is intentional or not.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'troublere', from Old French 'troubler' (to disturb), ultimately from Latin 'turbulare' (to disturb), from 'turbulentus' (turbulent). Related to 'turbulent' and 'turmoil'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in social, educational, or political contexts to describe someone who disrupts harmony or order. The term carries a slightly negative connotation.
Word Breakdown
trouble
disturbance or problem
root-er
one who does something
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