Synonyms of champions

champions 1 of 2

noun

plural of champion

1

as in champs

the person who comes in first in a competition

the champion of the national spelling bee

Synonyms & Similar Words

• champs
• winners
• medalists
• titleholders
• victors
• superstars
• titlists
• finalists
• placers
• semifinalists
• cochampions
• prizewinners
• cowinners
• stars
• quarterfinalists
• megastars
• world-beaters

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• losers

2

as in proponents

a person who actively supports or favors a cause

she's the biggest champion of budget reform in the Congress

Synonyms & Similar Words

• proponents
• advocates
• supporters
• advocators
• exponents
• promoters
• protagonists
• boosters
• apostles
• friends
• paladins
• high priests
• heralds
• true believers
• stalwarts
• white knights
• tub-thumpers
• expounders
• hierophants
• gospelers
• backers
• loyalists
• adherents
• espousers
• disciples
• interpreters
• cheerleaders
• followers
• cohorts
• partisans
• fellow travelers
• encouragers
• applauders

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opponents
• adversaries
• antagonists
• enemies
• foes
• rivals
• critics
• faultfinders
• belittlers

champions

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verb

present tense third-person singular of champion

as in advocates

to promote the interests or cause of

he has always championed the protection of abused animals

Synonyms & Similar Words

• advocates
• endorses
• supports
• backs
• embraces
• adopts
• patronizes
• stands up for
• plumps (for)
• aids
• helps
• assists
• goes in for
• sticks up for
• plonks (for)
• plunks (for)
• reinforces
• holds a brief for
• sides (with)
• goes to bat for
• seconds
• espouses
• preaches
• bolsters
• saves
• rescues
• advances
• forwards
• abets
• buttresses
• backstops
• furthers
• props (up)
• boosts
• plugs
• bails out
• talks up
• delivers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opposes
• interferes
• frustrates
• baffles
• thwarts
• foils
• fails
• deserts
• sabotages
• disappoints
• lets down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of champions

Noun

These former champions of AI data center investment in their states are now placing stricter standards on construction projects and requiring additional disclosures to root out more speculative activity. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026

Clark, a second-round draft pick by the defending Super Bowl champions, was injured on Seattle’s first defensive snap in a 19-16 loss to the Tennessee Titans in Nashville. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026

The champions began the season with a bang, beating Monza 4-1. — James Horncastle, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Bayonne won their first two World Series games, beating the New England regional champions from Bridgewater, Massachusetts, and the Mid-Atlantic regional champions from West Chester, Pennsylvania. — Kristie Keleshian, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026

Since then, the group has racked up two new champions every year – almost every year, that is. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

The reigning champions have struggled for form all season, and Norris’ victory in Hungary just before the break is their only win so far. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026

But her long and complicated relationship with the Ukrainian folk hero Klitschko — regarded by many boxing insiders as one of the most physically and mentally dominant heavyweight champions of all time — was less known to casual fans. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026

In a season-opening matchup between reigning state champions, Harvard-Westlake pushed Mater Dei to five sets before senior outside hitter Westley Matavao took control in the Monarchs’ 26-28, 25-18, 25-19, 17-25, 15-8 victory in Studio City. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

Verb

Unlike many regional carnivals influenced by Trinidad, Antigua's event champions its own soca music and Eastern Caribbean sounds. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Inspired by the actions of New York City Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who champions issues like access to childcare and housing, Lara said she felt called to vote for Francesca Hong for Governor, another democratic socialist like the mayor. — Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 11 Aug. 2026

The Declaration champions the right to alter or abolish government destructive of life, liberty, and happiness. — Brian Delay, Mercury News, 4 July 2026

Gould champions the idea of holding dog owners accountable for properly training and containing their dogs. — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026

It’s known for chef Barclay Dodge’s hyper-seasonal menu that champions the fertile soil of the area. — Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026

This is the theme that will mark the 2026 edition of Homo Faber, the biennial event that champions artisanal talent by showcasing a variety of materials, techniques and skills through live demonstrations, immersive experiences and unique creations from all over the world. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 9 June 2026

Eli Manning trades with an Italian legend New York Giants Super Bowl champions Eli Manning and Shaun O'Hara were on hand and exchanged stickers with Alessandro Nesta, a center back on Italy's World Cup-winning side in 2006. — Luis Miguel Echegaray, CBS News, 4 June 2026

And that includes more than 10,000 children in the Sunflower State, according to a Thursday news release from Kansas Appleseed, a nonprofit organization that champions food access and other social issues. — Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026