Pamphleteer: meaning, definitions and examples
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pamphleteer
[ ˌpæmflɪˈtɪər ]
writing, printing
A pamphleteer is a person who writes, publishes, or distributes pamphlets, often with the aim of influencing public opinion or advocating for a particular cause. Pamphleteers typically engage in political, social, or ideological commentary through their printed materials.
Synonyms
broadsheet author, leaflet creator, pamphlet writer.
Examples of usage
- The pamphleteer distributed leaflets at the protest.
- During the election, many pamphleteers spread their candidate's message.
- A famous pamphleteer in history was Thomas Paine, whose writings sparked revolutionary ideas.
Translations
Translations of the word "pamphleteer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pamfletista
🇮🇳 पाम्फलेट लेखक
🇩🇪 Pamphletautor
🇮🇩 penulis pamflet
🇺🇦 памфлетист
🇵🇱 autor ulotek
🇯🇵 パンフレット作成者
🇫🇷 pamphlétaire
🇪🇸 pamfletero
🇹🇷 broşür yazarı
🇰🇷 팜플렛 작가
🇸🇦 مؤلف المنشورات
🇨🇿 autor letáků
🇸🇰 autor letákov
🇨🇳 小册子作者
🇸🇮 avtor letakov
🇮🇸 bæklingaskáld
🇰🇿 памфлет жазушы
🇬🇪 პამფლეტების ავტორი
🇦🇿 pamflet müəllifi
🇲🇽 pamfletero
Etymology
The term 'pamphleteer' originates from the word 'pamphlet,' which itself comes from the Old French 'pamphlet,' referring to a short booklet or treatise. The usage of pamphlets for political advocacy became prominent in the 16th and 17th centuries, particularly during the Reformation. As printing technology advanced, pamphleteers became increasingly influential, disseminating ideas quickly to a wide audience. Notably, in 1776, Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' exemplified the power of pamphleteering in rallying revolutionary sentiment in America. The role of pamphleteers has evolved, yet it remains significant in promoting awareness and stimulating discussion around social issues. The historical context of pamphleteering connects closely with the rise of mass communication and public discourse.