proponent

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /prəˈpəʊnənt/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /prəˈpoʊnənt/
• Hyphenation: pro‧po‧nent

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular proponent

Plural proponents

1. A proponent is a person who supports a theory or proposal.
   • Synonyms: advocate and supporter
   • Antonyms: detractor and opponent