Advocating: meaning, definitions and examples

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advocating

 

[ ˈædvəˌkeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

promoting

To publicly support or recommend a particular policy or course of action.

Synonyms

champion, endorse, promote, support.

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Word Description / Examples
advocating

Note: It seems there was a repetition of the word 'advocating'. Here is a description for the second instance:

  • They are advocating for better healthcare services in rural areas
  • He was advocating for social justice
promote

When someone is actively encouraging the progress, acceptance, or implementation of something, often used in business, marketing, or social movements.

  • They are promoting their new book
  • The campaign aims to promote healthy eating habits
endorse

When a person or organization publicly declares support for someone or something, usually implying approval or permission, often used in commercial or political contexts.

  • The senator endorsed the new policy
  • Celebrities often endorse products on social media
champion

When someone is fighting for or defending a cause with a lot of enthusiasm and determination, often used to describe notable leaders or passionate individuals.

  • She is a champion of women's rights
  • He champions the cause of education reform
support

When someone provides assistance, comfort, or approval to someone or something, can be used in a wide range of contexts from emotional support to financial aid.

  • Her family supports her decision to go to college
  • They are supporting the local charity with donations

Examples of usage

  • She is advocating for better working conditions for nurses.
  • The organization is advocating for stricter gun control laws.

Translations

Translations of the word "advocating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 advogando

🇮🇳 वकालत करना

🇩🇪 befürworten

🇮🇩 menganjurkan

🇺🇦 адвокатування

🇵🇱 adwokatura

🇯🇵 擁護する

🇫🇷 plaider

🇪🇸 abogar

🇹🇷 savunmak

🇰🇷 옹호하기

🇸🇦 الدفاع

🇨🇿 obhajování

🇸🇰 obhajovanie

🇨🇳 倡导

🇸🇮 zagovarjanje

🇮🇸 mæla með

🇰🇿 қолдау

🇬🇪 დაცვა

🇦🇿 vəkillik

🇲🇽 abogar

Etymology

The word 'advocating' comes from the Latin word 'advocatus', which means 'one called to aid'. It has been used in English since the 14th century. The concept of advocating for a cause or idea has been a fundamental part of human society throughout history, with individuals and groups using advocacy to bring about change and progress.

See also: advocates.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,980, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.