Advocate Definition & Meaning

advocate
noun
  1. a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea
  2. a lawyer who pleads cases in court
verb
  1. push for something; "The travel agent recommended strongly that we not travel on Thanksgiving Day"
  2. speak, plead, or argue in favor of; "The doctor advocated a smoking ban in the entire house"

"Advocate" in song lyrics

See how advocate is used in real songs:

  • "Disintegrate then recreate whatever you advocate"
    60 Second Assassin — No Face
  • "Correction officers, devil's advocate"
    Binary Star — I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
  • "Born September, the Devil's advocate"
    Drapht f/ Dazastah & Pegz — Yah Think

Usage tips for "advocate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "advocate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for advocate to find words that pair well.

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