Vocabulary Entry

heckler

|noun • verb

noun

A person who interrupts or challenges a speaker, especially in a public setting, often to provoke a reaction.

Example Sentences

"The heckler shouted insults during the comedian's performance."

"During the debate, a heckler from the crowd tried to distract the candidates."

"Despite the heckler's attempts to derail the speech, the speaker remained calm and continued."

verb

Example Sentences

"The audience began to heckle the performer as they stumbled over their words."

"It's disrespectful to heckle someone who is sharing their ideas."

"He decided to heckle the politician during the rally to express his disagreement."