What is another word for protesters?

Pronunciation: [pɹətˈɛstəz] (IPA)

Protesters are individuals or groups who participate in public demonstrations or rallies to express their opposition to a particular idea, event, or policy. Some synonyms for protesters include demonstrators, activists, dissenters, dissidents, protestors, marchers, picketers, and rebels. These terms all imply various levels of resistance and opposition to the status quo. Some may also carry negative connotations, such as troublemakers, agitators, or disruptors. Regardless of the term used, protesters play a crucial role in highlighting societal issues and bringing about change through peaceful means. They are often the voice of the marginalized and disenfranchised, challenging systems of power and advocating for justice and equality for all.

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Usage examples for Protesters

Though, for my own part, I say "leftenant," I heartily sympathise with the protesters.
"America To-day, Observations and Reflections"
William Archer
She's one of the protesters."
"The Greater Power"
Harold Bindloss W. Herbert Dunton
At Kent State University in Ohio, the National Guard shot and killed four white student protesters.
"The Black Experience in America The Immigrant Heritage of America"
Norman Coombs

Famous quotes with Protesters

  • In Uzbekistan, hundreds of protesters were recently killed under the corrupt regime of President Karimov in what human rights groups are calling a massacre.
    Ed Markey
  • One cannot help being impressed by the protesters. They have begun each day of the protest in Kiev in prayer and all activities are accomplished with a collective sense of respect, kindness, and an intention to conduct a peaceful revolution.
    Bob Schaffer
  • But on second thought, after I decreed the state of emergency, I came to the conclusion that that was impossible to achieve without bloodshed because the street protesters were full of anger and nearly out of control. This is why I thought we needed to find another way out.
    Eduard Shevardnadze
  • Were British protesters, armed with little more than a frisbee and a bag of plastic toy soldiers, really in danger of being shot by the US military in Gloucestershire?
    Mark Thomas
  • Although the protesters in Egypt and neighboring countries are calling for democratic reforms, in reality they are calling for better economic life. Democracy is only a means to an end. I believe the driving forces behind the Tunisian and Egyptian uprisings are economical. A chronic high unemployment combined with an inflation in food prices is a volatile mix that can lead to major civic outbursts.
    Med Jones

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