C1 verb Formal

advocate

/ˈædvəkeɪt/

To publicly recommend, support, or speak in favor of a particular policy, cause, or person. It involves active involvement in trying to influence others to adopt a specific course of action or belief.

Exemplos

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1

I always advocate for getting at least eight hours of sleep to stay productive.

I consistently support and recommend sleeping eight hours for better productivity.

2

The non-profit organization continues to advocate for stricter environmental regulations.

The organization publicly supports and pushes for tighter environmental laws.

3

You really need to advocate for yourself more when the boss is handing out new projects.

You should speak up for your own interests when the manager assigns work.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
advocacy
Verb
advocate
Adjetivo
advocative
Relacionado
advocate
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Dica de memorização

Think of the Latin root 'voc' which means 'voice' (as in vocal). To advocate is to give your 'voice' to a cause.

Quiz rápido

The doctor decided to ________ for a healthier lunch program in local schools.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: advocate

Exemplos

1

I always advocate for getting at least eight hours of sleep to stay productive.

everyday

I consistently support and recommend sleeping eight hours for better productivity.

2

The non-profit organization continues to advocate for stricter environmental regulations.

formal

The organization publicly supports and pushes for tighter environmental laws.

3

You really need to advocate for yourself more when the boss is handing out new projects.

informal

You should speak up for your own interests when the manager assigns work.

4

Many sociologists advocate a multi-disciplinary approach to solving urban poverty.

academic

Scholars recommend using various academic fields to address poverty in cities.

5

Our firm advocates for sustainable practices throughout the entire global supply chain.

business

The company supports and promotes eco-friendly methods in its business operations.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
advocacy
Verb
advocate
Adjetivo
advocative
Relacionado
advocate

Colocações comuns

strongly advocate to support something with great emphasis
advocate for change to push for a transformation in a system
advocate for the rights of to speak up for the legal or moral entitlements of a group
widely advocate to be recommended by a large number of people
advocate a policy to support a specific set of rules or plans

Frases Comuns

advocate for the underdog

to support those who are expected to lose or have less power

advocate on behalf of

to speak or act in support of someone else

staunchly advocate

to support something in a very loyal and committed way

Frequentemente confundido com

advocate vs advocate (noun)

The verb ends in a /keɪt/ sound, whereas the noun ends in a /kət/ sound.

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Notas de uso

The verb can be used transitively (advocate something) or with the preposition 'for' (advocate for something). In American English, 'advocate for' is very common, while British English often prefers 'advocate' as a direct transitive verb.

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Erros comuns

Learners often mispronounce the verb form as 'ad-vuh-kut' (the noun pronunciation) instead of 'ad-vuh-keyt'. Another mistake is using 'advocate to' instead of 'advocate for' or a direct object.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the Latin root 'voc' which means 'voice' (as in vocal). To advocate is to give your 'voice' to a cause.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'advocare', meaning 'to call to one's aid' (ad- 'to' + vocare 'to call').

Padrões gramaticais

advocate + [noun/gerund] advocate + for + [noun] advocate + that + [clause]
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Contexto cultural

Advocacy is a cornerstone of civil society in many democratic cultures, where individuals and groups are encouraged to advocate for social or political change.

Quiz rápido

The doctor decided to ________ for a healthier lunch program in local schools.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: advocate

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pay

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meet

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continue

A1

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set

A1

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learn

A1

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lead

A1

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understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

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