heckling
Definition
Heckling (noun) The act of shouting at a public speaker, performer, or event in order to interrupt, express disagreement, or mock.
Usage
"Heckling" is used to describe disruptive, often aggressive, audience behavior. It is typically a negative term, implying a lack of respect for the speaker or the event's decorum. It occurs in contexts like political rallies, comedy shows, debates, or theatrical performances.
Examples
- The politician continued her speech despite the constant heckling from the crowd.
- The comedian was skilled at dealing with heckling, often turning the insults into jokes.
- Heckling during the council meeting became so severe that security had to remove several people.
Advanced Usage
- To give someone a heckling: To subject someone to a barrage of shouted interruptions or abuse.
- The controversial speaker was given a fierce heckling throughout his entire talk.
Variants and Related Words
- Heckle (verb): To interrupt a speaker with shouts, often to express disapproval.
- A few audience members tried to heckle the lecturer.
- Heckler (noun): A person who heckles.
- The heckler was eventually escorted from the theater.
Synonyms
- Barracking
- Jeering
- Taunting
- Catcalling (though often more specific to expressing sexual interest or derision)
Related Phrases
- To shout down: To prevent a speaker from being heard by shouting.
- The protesters attempted to shout down the ambassador.
Noun
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shouting to interrupt a speech with which you disagree
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