Word
advocate
Meanings
a person who publicly supports or defends a cause, idea, or group
to publicly support or recommend a particular idea, policy, or course of action
a lawyer who represents someone, especially in court
Definition
An advocate is someone who publicly supports a cause or argues for a person or idea.
An advocate is a person who speaks or acts in support of someone, a policy, or a principle. Advocates often try to influence decisions by presenting reasons, evidence, or moral arguments. In some contexts, an advocate can also mean a lawyer who represents someone in court.
Examples
- As an advocate for accessible design, I pushed the team to test the product with a wider range of users.
- She became an advocate for refugees after volunteering at a local support center for several months.
- Our director will advocate a gradual rollout, arguing that it reduces risk without slowing progress.
- He hired an advocate to represent him in court because the case involved complex procedures.
- They acted as advocate and mediator, ensuring both sides were heard before any decision was made.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the noun pronunciation (UK /-kət/) with the verb pronunciation (/ -keɪt /) and use the wrong stress or ending.
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