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advocate

Pronunciation: [ˈæd.və.keɪt]

Word

Learn how to use advocate in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “profession”

(noun) a person who supports or speaks for someone or something. This is often someone who tries to help others through advice or by speaking out for their rights.

Example

She is an advocate for children's education, always working to improve schools.

Example

He is not an advocate for animal rights; he doesn't support any changes in laws.

Example

What issues does she advocate for in her community?

Context: “support”

(verb) to support or recommend something publicly. It's like saying you think something is really good and people should pay attention to it.

Example

They advocate for a cleaner environment by organizing beach clean-ups.

Example

She does not advocate for using plastic, as she believes it harms the planet.

Example

Why do you advocate for safer playgrounds?

How to pronounce advocate

Pronunciation: [ˈæd.və.keɪt]

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