propugn

/ˈprɒpʌɡn/

Definitions

1. verb

to protect or defend

“The government will propugn the rights of its citizens during the upcoming election.”

2. verb

to support or advocate for

“The activist will propugn for environmental protection at the protest.”

3. noun

a person who supports or defends a cause

“The leader of the movement was a respected propugn for social justice.”

Synonyms

  • advocate
  • defend
  • support

Antonyms

  • betray
  • oppose