advocate

To publicly support a particular idea, policy, or course of action.

The architect advocates repairing older buildings whenever that can meet the community's needs effectively.

Several teachers advocated a later start to the school day after discussing the issue with parents.

By advocating greater transparency, the group hopes to improve public confidence in local decisions.

She does not advocate abandoning technology, but she questions whether every task needs a digital solution.

A person who publicly supports a particular cause, policy, or group.

As an advocate for affordable housing, he regularly speaks at meetings about local development plans.

The proposal gained a powerful advocate when the former mayor agreed to support it publicly.

Advocates of shorter working hours argue that employees can remain productive while gaining more personal time.

She became a determined advocate for accessible transport after struggling to travel with her wheelchair.