supporter
word
Definition
A supporter is someone who helps, believes in, or backs a person, team, group, or idea, especially in sports or politics.
Usage & Nuances
'Supporter' is neutral and widely used for fans of sports teams ('a Chelsea supporter'), as well as for advocates of people or causes. Not as emotional as 'fan'. Common collocations: 'loyal supporter', 'strong supporter', 'political supporter'.
Spanish: partidario - seguidor - simpatizantePortuguese (BR): apoiador - torcedor - simpatizantePortuguese (PT): apoiante - adepto - simpatizanteChinese (Simplified): 支持者 - 擁護者Chinese (Traditional): 支持者 - 擁護者Hindi: समर्थक - पक्षधरArabic: مؤيد - داعم - مناصر
Example Sentences
He is a loyal supporter of the football team.
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Many supporters came to the rally.
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The politician thanked her supporters.
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Even in tough times, his supporters stood by him.
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She's been a passionate supporter of environmental causes for years.
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Without the help of their supporters, the project would never have succeeded.
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