Cool MateMeaning of Advocate
a person who supports or speaks in favour of somebody or of a public plan or action
In simple words: To support or argue for something or someone.
Advocate in a sentence
- an advocate for hospital workers
- a staunch advocate of free speech
- an advocate of pacifism
- Canada was one of the strongest advocates of sanctions.
- She became a firm advocate of overseas ventures.
- Solicitors often appear as advocates in the lower courts.
- Those charged should be represented by trained, qualified legal advocates.
How to use Advocate
Use 'advocate' when discussing support for ideas, causes, or people. It's appropriate in both writing and speech, especially in professional or political contexts. Avoid using in very casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
advocate + object
Memory hint
Think of a lawyer advocating for their client in court.
Related words
Opposites of Advocate
Common mistakes with Advocate
- Confused with 'advice' which is the act of recommending.
- Using it as a noun instead of the verb form (advocates are the ones who advocate).
- Incorrect verb conjugation, e.g., saying 'advocates for' instead of 'advocates'.
Compare Advocate with Support, Champion, Promote, Defend, Endorse
Advocate appears in
Advocate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدافع
لدعم أو الجدال من أجل شيء أو شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উকিল, সমর্থক
কোনো কিছু বা কারো পক্ষে সমর্থন করা বা ওকালতি করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Advocate
Etwas oder jemanden unterstützen oder dafür eintreten.
- SpanishEspañol
Defensor
Apoyar o argumentar a favor de algo o alguien.
- Persianفارسی
طرفدار، مدافع، وکیل
حمایت کردن یا طرفداری کردن از چیزی یا کسی.
- FrenchFrançais
Défenseur, Avocat, Promoteur
Soutenir ou plaider pour quelque chose ou quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
वकील, समर्थक
किसी चीज़ या किसी का समर्थन करना या उसके लिए तर्क देना।
- ItalianItaliano
Sostenitore, difensore, patrocinatore
Sostenere o argomentare a favore di qualcosa o qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Advogado, Defensor, Promotor
Apoiar ou defender algo ou alguém.
- RussianРусский
Advocate
Поддерживать или выступать за что-то или кого-то.
- Urduاردو
حامی، وکیل
کسی چیز یا کسی کی حمایت کرنا یا اس کے حق میں دلیل دینا۔
- Chinese中文
倡导者
支持或为某事或某人辩护。
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Frequently asked questions about Advocate
What does Advocate mean?
To support or argue for something or someone.
What is the definition of Advocate?
a person who supports or speaks in favour of somebody or of a public plan or action
How do you use Advocate in a sentence?
an advocate for hospital workers
Can you give another example of Advocate?
a staunch advocate of free speech
What are synonyms for Advocate?
Common alternatives include support, champion, promote, defend, endorse.
What is the opposite of Advocate?
Opposite meanings include oppose, resist, discourage.
What words go with Advocate?
It commonly pairs with ardent, effective, firm, argue, claim, say, advocate for, advocate of, solicitor, judge.
What are common mistakes when using Advocate?
Confused with 'advice' which is the act of recommending. Using it as a noun instead of the verb form (advocates are the ones who advocate). Incorrect verb conjugation, e.g., saying 'advocates for' instead of 'advocates'.
How do you pronounce Advocate?
US: /["/ˈædvəkət/"]/, UK: /["/ˈædvəkət/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Advocate?
Use 'advocate' when discussing support for ideas, causes, or people. It's appropriate in both writing and speech, especially in professional or political contexts. Avoid using in very casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Advocate?
"Advocate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.