a person who interrupts a public speaker with disparaging comments or questions
example
The comedian dealt with the heckler in the front row by turning their insults into a humorous response that had the audience laughing.
synonyms
trolldisruptorinstigator
word origin — The word 'heckler' comes from the term 'heckle', which has its roots in the early 19th-century Scottish word 'heck', meaning to interrupt or disturb. The verb 'to heckle' emerged in the theater context, referring to the act of interrupting speech.
SAT Vocabulary Level 3 — Set 45
Set 45 of SAT Vocabulary Level 3 covers 5 words: heckler, conscript, propriety, frond, raiment. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
heckler · noun/ˈhɛklɚ/
a person who interrupts a public speaker with disparaging comments or questions
The comedian dealt with the heckler in the front row by turning their insults into a humorous response that had the audience laughing.
Synonyms: troll, disruptor, instigator
Origin: The word 'heckler' comes from the term 'heckle', which has its roots in the early 19th-century Scottish word 'heck', meaning to interrupt or disturb. The verb 'to heckle' emerged in the theater context, referring to the act of interrupting speech.
conscript · verb/kənˈskrɪpt/
to enroll someone compulsorily in the armed forces
During the war, many young men were conscripted into the military against their will.
Synonyms: draft, enlist, recruit
Origin: From Latin 'conscribere', meaning 'to enroll' or 'to write together'.
propriety · noun/prəˈpraɪəṭi/
the quality of being proper or suitable
She was known for her sense of propriety, always adhering to the expected standards of behavior at formal events.
Synonyms: suitability, decorum, appropriateness
Origin: From Latin 'proprietas' meaning 'property, ownership', from 'proprius' meaning 'one's own'.
frond · noun/frɑnd/
a large, divided leaf especially of a fern or palm
The lush garden was filled with vibrant green fronds that swayed gently in the breeze.
Synonyms: leaf, foliage, palm leaf
Origin: From Latin 'frondis', meaning 'leaf or foliage'.
raiment · noun/ˈreɪ.mənt/
clothing or garments
The king was adorned in splendid raiment, befitting his royal status.
Synonyms: clothing, garments, apparel
Origin: from Old French 'raiment', from 're-', meaning 'again' + 'mettre', meaning 'to put on'