English · Culture & Society
advocacy
/ˈæd.və.kə.si/
[/ˈæd.və.kə.si/]
public support for a cause
Advancednoun
Definition
Public support for a cause, policy, or group, often by arguing on its behalf. Advocacy aims to influence decisions and protect interests.
Example
Her tireless advocacy for disabled children led to new ramps and lifts in every public school.
Her tireless advocacy for disabled children led to new ramps and lifts in every public school.
Etymology
From 'advocate', from Latin 'advocatus' (one called to aid), from 'advocare' (to call to).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in law, politics, and charity work.