Synonyms of proponents

proponents

noun

plural of proponent

as in advocates

a person who actively supports or favors a cause

a vocal proponent of the use of electric-powered cars

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of proponents

Despite a 25% decline in gold from its high in January, proponents of the precious metal are storming into bullish call positions after almost two months of sideways action gives way to a rally Friday following weak jobs data. — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

But lawmakers appear to be turning to the provisions as a means of transitioning away from that model and toward what proponents, including Netanyahu, describe as a mutually beneficial defense partnership. — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 6 Aug. 2026

Although proponents say the substances help with weight loss, energy and muscle mass, and often cite research that has been done solely on animals or on a very small number of humans, no one knows for certain how or when it should be used in humans. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

In a multimillion-dollar campaign push, proponents framed the measure as a key reform to an outdated tax code. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

But Zuckerberg might know something the measure’s proponents do not — or won’t admit. — Jared Walczak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2026

The bill’s legislative proponents argue the measure is a win for taxpayers, citing reductions in the cost of homeownership while maintaining funding for schools and other essential services. — Abigail Hall, The Conversation, 30 July 2026

Those lawmakers pressed legislative leaders to revisit that exemption this year, and SB-954 is the resulting compromise, its proponents say. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

While many proponents of any AI innovation often lead with some metric on efficiency, such as time and cost saved, Kamimura was not quick to boil all their hard work to a mere number. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 29 July 2026