Backer and Loyalist

Backer

Backer noun - A person who actively supports or favors a cause.
Usage example: backers of prison reform held a rally in front of the statehouse

Loyalist and backer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Loyalist" instead a noun "Backer".

Nearby Words: backing, backed

Loyalist

Loyalist noun - A person who loves his or her country and supports its interests and policies.

Backer and loyalist are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backer" instead a noun "Loyalist".

Nearby Words: loyal, loyalty, loyally
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