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advocate

verb

To publicly support or argue in favor of something.

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Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.

Support publicly

Closest synonyms

championsupportendorserecommendurgepromote

Related words and expressions

argue forplead for

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Usage distinction

Endorse expresses approval; advocate often includes actively arguing for a position.

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See advocate in use

The students advocate longer library hours during examinations.
Dictionary practice example.
At a meeting about a new literary prize, Daria chose to advocate an anonymous first round of judging.
From Belief Without a Closed Mind.

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