English dictionary
advocate
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a lawyer who pleads cases in court
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One who pleads the cause of another. Specifically: One who pleads the cause of another before a tribunal or judicial court; a counselor.
Source: webster1913
verb
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push for something
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speak, plead, or argue in favor of
ExamplesThe doctor advocated a smoking ban in the entire house.
Synonyms preachSource: WordNet 3.0
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To plead in favor of; to defend by argument, before a tribunal or the public; to support, vindicate, or recommend publicly.
Source: webster1913
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To act as advocate.
Source: webster1913