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UPHOLDER Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word upholder. (exact relations)
There are 14 hypernyms of the word upholder. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for UPHOLDER

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advocate
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea

• a lawyer who pleads cases in court

verb

• push for something

• speak, plead, or argue in favor of

backer
nounn
noun

• someone who provides financial support for some venture

champion
verb, nounv, n
noun

• someone who has won first place in a competition

• someone who fights for a cause

• a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

adjective satellite

• holding first place in a contest

verb

• protect or fight for as a champion

defender
nounn
noun

• a person who cares for persons or property

• a fighter who holds out against attack

guardian
nounn
noun

• a person who cares for persons or property

promoter
nounn
noun

• someone who is an active supporter and advocate

• a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments

protector
nounn
noun

• a person who cares for persons or property

supporter
nounn
noun

• a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

• someone who supports or champions something

• a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

• a band (usually elastic) worn around the leg to hold up a stocking (or around the arm to hold up a sleeve)

• a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise

maintainer
nounn
noun

• someone who upholds or maintains

sustainer
nounn
noun

• someone who upholds or maintains

Best Hypernyms For UPHOLDER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for upholder, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (14)
champion supporter admirer advocate booster caretaker curator custodian defender friend guardian protagonist protector vindicator

Alternatives for ADVOCATE

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