Definitions and Examples of for, pro, supporter
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
In favor of; supportive of.
Example
I am for the idea of reducing plastic waste by using reusable bags.
A person who supports a particular cause or policy.
Example
She is a proponent of renewable energy and advocates for its use.
A person who approves of and encourages someone or something.
Example
He is a strong supporter of animal rights and donates regularly to animal welfare organizations.
Key Differences: for vs pro vs supporter
- 1For indicates a positive stance towards something, while contra indicates a negative stance.
- 2Pro is a noun that refers to a person who supports a particular cause or policy, while contra is a preposition that indicates opposition.
- 3Supporter is a noun that refers to a person who approves of and encourages someone or something, while contra is a preposition that indicates disagreement.
Effective Usage of for, pro, supporter
- 1Debate: Use contra and its antonyms to express opposing views in a debate or discussion.
- 2Politics: Incorporate these antonyms in political discourse to describe different positions on issues.
- 3Writing: Utilize these antonyms in writing to create contrasting characters or viewpoints.
Remember this!
The antonyms of contra convey a positive or supportive stance towards something. Use for to indicate approval, pro to refer to a supporter of a cause or policy, and supporter to describe someone who encourages something. Use these words in debates, political discourse, and writing to create contrasting characters or viewpoints.
