supporter

noun

sə-ˈpȯr-tər How to pronounce supporter (audio)
Definition of supporternext
1
as in proponent
a person who actively supports or favors a cause President Lyndon B. Johnson was a strong supporter of civil rights

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2
as in ally
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support even the President's supporters acknowledge that some of the criticism is justified

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Recent Examples of supporter Eala supporters flooded the main stadium this week during her matches waving Philippines flags, and sometimes even clapping for opponents missed serves (a tennis etiquette no-no). — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Of course, the project also has its share of supporters within Norwalk and surrounding communities. — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 But Sánchez has been a strong supporter of regulated migration, and recently approved residency and work permits for hundreds of thousands of eligible undocumented migrants living in Spain. — Miguel MacIas, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026 The protester was one of about a dozen trans supporters who joined in opposition to the Cunningham supporters. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for supporter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supporter
  1. proponent
  2. ally
  3. advocate
  4. sympathizer
  5. advocator
  6. friend
  7. colleague
  8. confidant
Noun
  • 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
Definition of proponent
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  • Cuba has struggled to import fuel since the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January, Havana’s closest ally.
    — Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • This narrative — that whoever was in the Jeep was attacking racial justice protesters and that protesters or their allies fired back in self-defense — was echoed in social media posts and throughout the encampment.
    — Sydney Brownstone, NPR, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of ally
Noun
  • Patient safety advocates criticize the decision, noting these unapproved compounds, like BPC-157, lack robust human clinical trials and pose risks, including potential cancer links.
    — Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Consumer advocates say state student loans are more akin to private student loans, and should be approached with caution.
    — Annie Nova, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of advocate
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  • Bečov Castle, near the German border, was confiscated by Czechoslovakia after World War II because its owners, the Beaufort-Spontin family, were labeled Nazi sympathizers.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026
  • Others practiced criminal or family law that didn't touch on politics, while some were government sympathizers, Barberena said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Definition of sympathizer
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  • In the leadership and care phase, your role is that of an advocator.
    — Rodney C. Adkins, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
Definition of advocator
Noun
  • Samaritan's Purse said nearly every patient treated at its field hospital has lost a family member or close friend.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
  • Can any human being be a true friend to thousands or even millions of people at once?
    — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of friend
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  • And on Wednesday, his relatives, colleagues and one-time adversaries gathered near that office to share them.
    — Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Senators voted late Tuesday to advance the package as a final gesture for their colleague.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
Definition of colleague
Noun
  • Sirianni moved on from Kevin Patullo, last season’s offensive coordinator and a close Sirianni confidant.
    — Zach Berman, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Financial advisers now also act as friend, confidant and sometimes daily assistant to help clients manage their lives and reduce their stress.
    — Medora Lee, USA Today, 18 July 2026
Definition of confidant

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“Supporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supporter. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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