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ADVOCATE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Advocate.

How to pronounce advocate:

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Advocate - as a verb

Push for something

Example: "The travel agent recommended strongly that we not travel on thanksgiving day"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
recommend16urge5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
advise10propose11suggest9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Speak, plead, or argue in favor of

Example: "The doctor advocated a smoking ban in the entire house"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preach13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
exhort16press7urge5urge on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He is a well-known advocate for animal rights."
"The lawyer acted as an advocate for her client in court."
"She has been an advocate for social justice her entire life."
"The organization appointed him as their official advocate."
"The advocate spoke passionately about the need for healthcare reform."
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Word Game Points

Is ADVOCATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, advocate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADVOCATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ADVOCATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, advocate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADVOCATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is ADVOCATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, advocate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADVOCATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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