Advocate

Meaning

a lawyer who represents clients in court; a person who supports or argues for a cause or policy

As a noun: a person who publicly supports or recommends a cause. As a verb: to publicly recommend or support.

Example Sentences

The advocate presented strong evidence to defend his client in court.

She is an advocate for women's rights and often advocates for equal opportunities.

Example Expressions

devil's advocate

Synonyms

lawyer, attorney, barrister, counsel, supporter, promoter, defender, champion, proponent

Entry 1

lawyer, attorney, barrister, counsel

Entry 2

supporter, promoter, defender, champion, proponent

Antonyms

opponent, critic, detractor, adversary

Entry 1

opponent, critic, detractor

Entry 2

opponent, critic, adversary

Collocations

legal advocate, court advocate, advocate for justice, advocate strongly, advocate change, human rights advocate, advocate for reform

Entry 1

legal advocate, court advocate, advocate for justice

Entry 2

advocate strongly, advocate change, human rights advocate, advocate for reform