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Synonyms & Similar Words
advocate
backer
benefactor
champion
defender
devotee
enthusiast
fan
follower
friend
helper
patron
promoter
proponent
supporter
sympathizer
upholder
vindicator
ally
assistant
associate
booster
contributor
encourager
exponent
fanatic
admirer
aficionado
confederate
disciple
partisan
sponsor
well-wisher
Meaning of Supporter
A person who gives financial or emotional support to a person, organization, or cause.
Definitions
- A person who gives financial or emotional support to a person, organization, or cause.
- * A person who actively supports or promotes a particular person, policy, or cause.
Etymology of Supporter
The word "supporter" comes from the Old French word "supporter," which is derived from the Latin words "sub" (meaning "under") and "portare" (meaning "to carry").
Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals who provide financial, emotional, or physical support to others, and its usage has evolved over time to encompass a wide range of contexts, including sports, politics, and social causes.
Example Uses
- The team's supporters filled the stadium, cheering them on to victory.
- * She was a strong supporter of women's rights and worked tirelessly to promote gender equality.