supporter
gb/səpˈɔɹtɚ/ us/səpˈɔɹtɚ/
A2
English
~ 2100
támogató, szurkoló, támasz, tartóelem
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] is a supporter of [someone/something]
Thousands of supporters gathered to welcome the team home.
Több ezer szurkoló gyűlt össze, hogy köszöntse a hazatérő csapatot.
She has been a strong supporter of environmental policies for years.
Évek óta elkötelezett támogatója a környezetvédelmi intézkedéseknek.
The president thanked his supporters during the speech.
He is a loyal supporter of the local theater.
Supporters cheered loudly as the candidate entered the hall.
Learner examples
I am a supporter of my school team.
Az iskolai csapatom szurkolója vagyok.
She is a supporter of animal rights.
Ő az állatjogok támogatója.
Many supporters came to the meeting.
He is a big supporter of the plan.
The supporters clapped for the singer.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'supporter' with 'support', using 'I am support of...' instead of 'I am a supporter of...'. Remember that 'supporter' is a noun referring to a person.
Meaning
Person who backs someone or something
Collocations
loyal supporter
|strong supporter
|political supporter
|supporter of democracy
|football supporter
Synonyms
backer (Often used for someone who provides financial or influential support.)
|
advocate (Emphasizes speaking or acting in favor of a cause.)
Antonyms
opponent (Someone who is against or disagrees with a person or cause.)
|
critic (Someone who expresses disapproval or points out faults.)
Themes
relationships
|politics
|sports
|communication
Definition
A person who helps or agrees with someone or something.
A person who actively gives help, approval, or encouragement to someone or something, often publicly.
NOUN
B2
2
The shelf is fixed to the wall with two metal supporters.
A polc két fém tartóelemmel van a falhoz rögzítve.
Supporters under the bridge beams prevent collapse.
A híd gerendái alatti támaszok megakadályozzák az összeomlást.
Each marble statue rests on a stone supporter.
The tent poles act as supporters for the fabric roof.
Learner examples
The table has four strong supporters.
Az asztalt négy erős támasz tartja.
A wooden supporter holds the sign.
Egy fa támasz tartja a táblát.
The bridge has many supporters under it.
This chair has metal supporters.
The roof needs new supporters.
Meaning
Object that holds something up
Collocations
structural supporter
|pillar supporter
|metal supporter
Synonyms
prop (A general term for something that keeps another object from falling.)
|
brace (Specifically used for structural reinforcement.)
Antonyms
load (The weight or force supported, rather than the support itself.)
Themes
construction
|furniture
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definition
Something that holds something else up.
An object or structure that physically holds, props, or braces another object in place.
Grammar
Dictionary form
supporter
IPA
GB/səpˈɔɹtɚ/
US/səpˈɔɹtɚ/
Syllables & stress
sup - port - er (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (port)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: supporter
- Plural: supporters
Word family
Forms
supporters
noun
Core family
support
verb A2
supportive
adjective B1
Related words
supportively
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
unsupportive
adjective
Expressions
loyal supporter
1/lˈɔɪəl səpˈɔɹtɚ/
fixed phrase
Faithful long-term backer
A person who always supports someone or something, even for a long time.
Examples
- She has been a loyal supporter of the charity for decades.
- Loyal supporters filled the stadium to cheer the team.
staunch supporter
1/stˈɔnt͡ʃ səpˈɔɹtɚ/
fixed phrase
Steadfast backer despite challenges
A person who supports someone or something strongly and will not change their mind even when it is hard.
Examples
- She remained a staunch supporter of the policy despite criticism.
- He is a staunch supporter of his friend during difficult times.
ardent supporter
1/ˈɑɹdənt səpˈɔɹtɚ/
fixed phrase
A very devoted supporter
A person who gives strong help or approval to something or someone.
Examples
- He is an ardent supporter of free speech.
- She has been an ardent supporter of equal rights for years.
- Ardent supporters gathered outside the courthouse.
- Many ardent supporters attended the rally.