advocatory

/ˌædvəˈkætɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or given to advocacy; promoting or defending a particular cause or interest

“The government took an advocatory stance on climate change, implementing policies to reduce carbon emissions.”

2. adverb

in a manner that promotes or defends a particular cause or interest

“She spoke advocatorily about her passion for social justice, inspiring others to join her cause.”

Synonyms

  • advocational
  • defensive
  • promotional

Antonyms

  • contrarian
  • hostile
  • oppositional