ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Advocacy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈæd.və.kə.si/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Advocacy is a noun meaning The profession of an advocate.

Meaning

The profession of an advocate.

More Meanings

  1. The act of arguing in favour of, or supporting someone or something.
  2. The practice of supporting someone to make their voice heard.

Example Sentences

“As soon as I am inaugurated, I will direct the Justice Department to vigorously pursue the death penalty to protect American families and children from violent rapists, murderers, and monsters. We will be a Nation of Law and Order again!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, echoing his long-standing advocacy for use of the death penalty, which was part of his tough-on-crime rhetoric during the 2024 campaign.

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Related dictionary entries include advocate, claim, spokesperson, mediation, lawyer, appeal.

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