proponent
Americannoun
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a person who puts forward a proposition or proposal.
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a person who argues in favor of something; an advocate.
- Synonyms:
- enthusiast, champion, supporter
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a person who supports a cause or doctrine; adherent.
- Synonyms:
- enthusiast, champion, supporter
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a person who propounds a legal instrument, such as a will for probate.
noun
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a person who argues in favour of something
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law a person who seeks probate of a will
Etymology
Origin of proponent
First recorded in 1580–90, proponent is from the Latin word prōpōnent- (stem of prōpōnēns ). See propone, -ent
Example Sentences
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Systems designed for clinical care can be safer and more effective than general-purpose chatbots, proponents say.
Similar to the concept of America's "separation of church and state", proponents of laïcité believe that state institutions should be religiously neutral.
From BBC
Isn’t it time for the proponents to drop the subject already?
From Los Angeles Times
In Parliament, the proponents of union saw endless possibilities: A closer connection between England and Scotland would provide for national security and project British power.
Reactions from proponents of the Make America Health Again movement were muted, with many influencers and activists remaining quiet about the ruling.
From Salon
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