despoiler
Definitions
A person who plunders, robs, or strips a place of its valuables.
One who ruins, destroys, or despoils the character or quality of something.
Examples
The invading army was seen as a ruthless despoiler of the ancient city's cultural heritage.
He was branded a despoiler of the environment for his role in the illegal dumping of toxic waste.
The novel depicts the protagonist as a despoiler of innocence who leaves a trail of misery wherever he goes.
Synonyms
Antonyms
protector preserver guardian defender savior restorer benefactor