protorebel

/prəˈtɔːrɪˌbɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

An individual who anticipates or helps to create a rebellious movement or culture, often before it gains widespread popularity.

“The protorebel group of artists paved the way for the counterculture movement of the 1960s.”

Synonyms

  • precursor
  • trailblazer
  • vanguard

Antonyms

  • conformist
  • traditionalist