advocate
Translation
supporter, proponent, champion, lawyer
Examples
She is a passionate advocate for animal rights.
She is a passionate advocate for animal rights.
He works as a consumer advocate.
He works as a consumer advocate.
Grammar Patterns
((an advocate for/of sth.)) a person who supports (sth.) She is a passionate advocate for animal rights.
Similar Words
Synonyms: supporter, proponent, champion; Antonyms: opponent, critic.
Etymology
From Latin 'advocare' meaning 'to call to one's aid', from 'ad-' (to) + 'vocare' (to call).
Memory Tips
An 'advocate' adds their 'voice' ('voc') to a cause. Note the verb form: to advocate (/ˈædvəkeɪt/).