supporter
/səˈpɔːtə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · /səˈpɔːrtər/ (ame, ipa) · /sə-ˈpȯr-tər/ (ame, mw)
supporter — noun
- supportersingular
- supportersplural
1. a person who actively backs a particular political party, leader, set of beliefs
a person who actively backs a particular political party, leader, set of beliefs, or organization — for example, by voting for them, donating money, or publicly expressing agreement.
Eve has been a loyal supporter of the environmental movement since college.
collocation: loyal supporter
The new policy quickly gained supporters from both political parties.
collocation: gain supporters
As a lifelong supporter of free education, Stefan volunteered at the local school every Saturday.
Zayd became an early supporter of the community food bank, donating money each month.
Supporters of the proposed law gathered outside City Hall carrying bright green signs.
- advocate
stronger emphasis on speaking or arguing publicly in favour of a cause
- backer
usually implies financial or material support; slightly more informal
- ally
focuses on cooperation and shared goals rather than active public endorsement
- follower
suggests a less active role — someone who agrees but does not necessarily take action
文法句型
supporter + of + [person/group/idea]
用法筆記
Frequently followed by 'of' to name the person, party, or cause being backed. Often modified by adjectives describing the strength or duration of the commitment (loyal, lifelong, strong, vocal).
常見錯誤
2. someone who follows a sports team regularly, attends their matches, and cheers f
someone who follows a sports team regularly, attends their matches, and cheers for them to win.
Arjun is a devoted supporter of the national football team and rarely misses a match.
collocation: devoted supporter
Die-hard supporters traveled six hours by bus to watch the away game in another city.
compound adjective: die-hard supporter
The stadium filled with excited supporters waving team flags and wearing blue scarves.
Mira became a regular supporter of the local basketball team after moving to the neighborhood.
After the big win, supporters celebrated in the streets until late at night.
- opponent
in a sports context, a fan of the opposing team
文法句型
supporter + of + [team name]
用法筆記
In British English, 'football supporter' is the most common collocation, while American English prefers 'fan' for sports. 'Supporter' in a team context carries a nuance of active, regular commitment rather than casual interest.