World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesperturbador
Pronunciation / Transliteration: peʁ.tu.baˈdoɾ
"Ele sempre foi considerado o principal perturbador da turma."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person who habitually causes difficulty, distress, or disruption to others or to an organization.
"The teacher identified the persistent troublemaker in the classroom and moved him to the front row." - 2
Someone who intentionally stirs up arguments, discord, or rebellious behavior within a group.
"Rumors spread that an outside troublemaker was responsible for inciting the protests."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term is a compound formed from the noun 'trouble' (derived from Old French 'tourbler', ultimately from Latin 'turbare' meaning to disturb or agitate) and the agent noun suffix '-maker' from Old English 'macian'. It emerged in the late 16th century to describe individuals who habitually cause distress, conflict, or disruption in social settings.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Troublemaker"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Troublemaker" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
fauteur de troubles
Transliteration: fo-tœr də trubl
"Il est connu pour être un fauteur de troubles dans le quartier."
Unruhestifter
Transliteration: ˈʊn.ruːəˌʃtɪf.ɐ
"Der Unruhestifter wurde schließlich von der Polizei abgeführt."
attaccabrighe
Transliteration: at.tak.kaˈbri.ɡe
"Non ascoltare quel attaccabrighe, vuole solo litigare."
alborotador
Transliteration: al.βo.ɾo.taˈðoɾ
"El alborotador fue expulsado de la reunión por interrumpir constantemente."
perturbador
Transliteration: peʁ.tu.baˈdoɾ
"Ele sempre foi considerado o principal perturbador da turma."
फसाद जड़
Transliteration: fasad jad
Script: फसाद करने वाला
"वह कक्षा का सबसे बड़ा फ़साद करने वाला छात्र है।"
惹事生非者
Transliteration: rě shì shēng fēi zhě
"那个惹事生非者最终被保安请出了大楼。"
말썽꾸러기
Transliteration: malsseongkkureogi
"그 아이는 어릴 때부터 유명한 말썽꾸러기였다."
厄介者
Transliteration: yakkaimono
"彼クラスの厄介者としてよく知られている。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Portuguese termsTo think carefully about something, typically before making a decision.
A formal, documented account of findings, investigations, or statistics issued by an authoritative body or government agency.
Used to express pleasure, realization, surprise, or understanding.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Troublemaker"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.