# protester

/ˈpɹoʊˌtɛstɝ/ (US) · /pɹətˈɛstɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/protester
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

someone who joins a public group to show they strongly disagree with something, like a law or a government decision. You often see them carrying signs or marching in the streets.

For teachers: a person who publicly demonstrates strong objection to a policy, law, or social condition. Often used in the context of civil disobedience or organized political movements.

## Examples

- The protester held a sign outside the city hall.
- Police stood by as each protester marched peacefully through the square to demand better working conditions.
- While some critics dismissed the movement as disorganized, every protester interviewed expressed a clear and unified desire for immediate legislative reform regarding environmental protections.

## Usage notes

- Commonly followed by the preposition 'against' or 'for' to indicate the cause.

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