Advocacy Meaning
/ˈæd.və.kə.si/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe profession of an advocate.
nounThe act of arguing in favour of, or supporting someone or something.
Sentence Examples
He volunteered at an advocacy group.
Advocacy was always his passion.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ for children's rights led to new laws protecting foster kids.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her ____ for human rights has earned her international recognition.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English advocacie, advocacye, advocatye, from Middle French advocacie, advocatie, avocacie and Medieval Latin advocātia; equivalent to advocate + -cy.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"“As soon as I am inaugurated, I will direct the Justice Department to vigorously pursue the death penalty to protect American families and children from violent rapists, murderers, and monsters. We will be a Nation of Law and Order again!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, echoing his long-standing advocacy for use of the death penalty, which was part of his tough-on-crime rhetoric during the 2024 campaign."
— 2024 December 24, Aaron Pellish, “Trump says he will direct Justice Department to ‘vigorously pursue the death penalty’”, in CNN:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ for children's rights led to new laws protecting foster kids.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her ____ for human rights has earned her international recognition.