Definition

A person who strongly promotes or advocates for a particular cause or idea, often with great enthusiasm.

Example

The drumbeater for the environmental campaign rallied the community to take action.

Conversation

Have you noticed how she's always been a real drumbeater for that charity?

Yeah, she really believes in it and encourages everyone to get involved.

I admire her passion; it takes a lot to be such a dedicated drumbeater for a cause.

Absolutely! It definitely makes a difference when someone is that committed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Drumbeater → It is formed from "drum" (from Old English *druma*, meaning a percussion instrument) and "beater" (from the verb "beat", meaning to strike). The word "drumbeater" refers to a person who strikes or plays a drum.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'strikes' ('beat') a 'drum' — that's what a drumbeater does.

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