Proponent

Pronunciation: /prəˈpoʊnənt/

Definitions of proponent

noun a person who advocates for a cause or idea; a supporter or champion

Example Sentences

A1 She is a proponent of recycling and always separates her trash.

A2 As a proponent of healthy living, he encourages his friends to exercise regularly.

B1 The proponent of the new policy presented compelling arguments to support their proposal.

B2 She is a strong proponent of renewable energy and advocates for its widespread adoption.

C1 The proponent of the theory has conducted extensive research to validate their claims.

C2 He is widely recognized as a leading proponent in the field of artificial intelligence.

Examples of proponent in a Sentence

formal The proponent of the new policy presented a detailed analysis to support their proposal.

informal The proponent of the idea is really passionate about it.

slang The proponent of the project is totally gung-ho about it.

figurative The proponent of change is like a beacon of progress in our organization.

Grammatical Forms of proponent

• past tense: proposed
• plural: proponents
• comparative: more proponent
• superlative: most proponent
• present tense: proponents
• future tense: will be proponents
• perfect tense: have been proponents
• continuous tense: are being proponents
• singular: proponent
• positive degree: proponent
• infinitive: to propose
• gerund: proposing
• participle: proposing

Origin and Evolution of proponent

First Known Use: 1569 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'proponent' originated from Latin, derived from the verb 'proponere' meaning 'to put forward'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in English to refer to someone who proposes or supports a plan or idea, the word 'proponent' has evolved to also include someone who advocates for a particular cause or position.