supporter

US /səˈpɔrtɚ, -ˈpor-/

UK /səˈpɔ:tə(r)/

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noun

  • Someone showing they are in favor of a idea, plan
  • Someone who is a fan of a particular sports team

Examples

to attract supporters to the cause

an active supporter of democratic change The emperor was deserted by his closest supporters before the end of the war. die-hard supporters of the old system Only stalwart supporters of the team stayed to the end of the match.