Proponent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹəˈpəʊnənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Proponent is a noun meaning One who supports something; an advocate.
Meaning
One who supports something; an advocate.
More Meanings
- One who makes a proposal or proposition.
- (law) One who propounds a will for probate.
- Making proposals; proposing.
Example Sentences
Proponents of the race — notably Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Mary Wittenberg, director of the marathon — said the event would provide a needed morale boost, as well as an economic one.
Word Forms
- proponents
Synonyms for proponent
Depending on context, synonyms include exponent, advocate.
Antonyms for proponent
Common opposites include detractor, opponent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include advocate, exponent, supporter, recipient, proposer, nominator.
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