advocated

[ˈædvəkeɪtɪd]

advocated Definition

to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy.

Using advocated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "advocated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The organization advocated for better working conditions for farmers.

  • Example

    She has long advocated for women's rights.

  • Example

    The senator advocated for tax reform during his campaign.

advocated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for advocated

Antonyms for advocated

Phrases with advocated

  • to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy

    Example

    He advocates for environmental protection and sustainability.

  • a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy

    Example

    She is an advocate of animal rights and welfare.

  • self-advocate

    a person who speaks up for their own rights and interests

    Example

    As a self-advocate, he has been fighting for disability rights and accessibility.

Origins of advocated

from Old French 'avocat', meaning 'one who pleads the cause of another'

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Summary: advocated in Brief

'Advocated' [ˈædvəkeɪtɪd] means to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy. It is often used in the context of social or political issues, as in 'The organization advocated for better working conditions for farmers.' 'Advocate for' and 'advocate of' are common phrases that denote supporting a cause or policy. 'Self-advocate' refers to a person who speaks up for their own rights and interests.