heckler

IPA/ˈheklə(r)/
KK[hˈɛklɚ]IPA/ˈheklər/

heckler — noun

  • hecklersingular
  • hecklersplural

1. a person who shouts rude or critical comments at a speaker or performer during a

1.名詞B2
釋義

a person who shouts rude or critical comments at a speaker or performer during a public event in order to disturb them

例句

During the mayor's speech, a heckler kept shouting about the new tax policy.

typical context: interrupting a political speech

Security quickly escorted the heckler out of the auditorium after he interrupted the comedian's act.

collocation: escort a heckler out

同義詞
  • shouter

    more informal; focuses on the loudness rather than the intent to disrupt

  • interrupter

    more neutral; describes the action without implying rudeness

  • detractor

    more formal; refers to someone who criticises, not necessarily in public

反義詞
  • supporter

    someone who cheers or agrees with the speaker

  • fan

    an admiring audience member; opposite of hostile disruption

用法筆記

Typically describes an individual audience member rather than a group. Common at political rallies, comedy shows, and public debates.

常見錯誤

❌The film critic wrote a harsh review.' (when meaning a disruptive audience member)
✅A heckler shouted insults at the film director during the Q&A.
💡A 'critic' evaluates professionally; a 'heckler' interrupts loudly in public to disturb the event.