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advocate in French

advocate in French is avocat, avocate, porte-parole — advocate means a person who publicly supports or argues in favor of a cause, policy, or another person.

advocate in French

avocat
noun
Anyone who argues the case of another; an intercessor. [from 14th c.]
avocate
noun
Anyone who argues the case of another; an intercessor. [from 14th c.]
porte-parole
noun
A person who speaks in support of something, or someone; proponent [from 18th c.]
préconiser
verb
(transitive) To encourage support for something.
plaider
verb
(Scots law, in higher courts) To call a case before itself for decision.

What does "advocate" mean?

  1. noun A person who publicly supports or argues in favor of a cause, policy, or another person.
    "She became an outspoken advocate for renewable energy."
  2. noun A lawyer, especially one who represents a client in court.
    "In Scotland, a trial lawyer who appears in the higher courts is called an advocate."
  3. verb To publicly support or argue in favor of something.
    "The report advocates stricter regulation of online privacy."

advocate in a sentence

  • She became an outspoken advocate for renewable energy.
  • He acted as an advocate for his younger brother during the dispute.
  • In Scotland, a trial lawyer who appears in the higher courts is called an advocate.
  • The report advocates stricter regulation of online privacy.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "advocate" in French?

"advocate" in French is avocat, avocate, porte-parole. advocate means: A person who publicly supports or argues in favor of a cause, policy, or another person.

How do you use "advocate" in a sentence?

Example: "She became an outspoken advocate for renewable energy." In French, "advocate" is avocat, avocate, porte-parole.

Are there other ways to say "advocate" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "advocate": avocat, avocate, porte-parole, préconiser, plaider.

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