exponent

noun

ik-ˈspō-nənt How to pronounce exponent (audio)
Definition of exponentnext
1
as in proponent
a person who actively supports or favors a cause exponents of space exploration earnestly called for more missions to the outer reaches of the solar system

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2
as in practitioner
one who brings an art or science to full realization has long reigned as the nation's leading exponent of modern dance

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Recent Examples of exponent Often categorized along with Bellow and Bernard Malamud as exponents of a particularly Jewish-American sensibility, all three were additionally masters of the American voice. — Literary Hub, 4 June 2026 The deformation depends on a single free exponent. — Paul Sutter, Space.com, 26 May 2026 Torresani becomes the latest exponent of a recruiting shift for Dutcher and his staff, from almost exclusively Southern California high school prospects to bounce-back transfers to a more national focus to now casting their net overseas. — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2026 The young girl is reading at a 12th-grade level and mastering math concepts such as fractions, decimals and even exponents. — Jasmine Viel, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exponent
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  1. proponent
  2. practitioner
  3. advocate
  4. interpreter
  5. supporter
  6. advocator
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  • On the other side of the campaign, John Adams was labeled by Jefferson's proponents as a monarchist with aspirations to become king of the new United States.
    — Cal Thomas, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Curiously, few of these proponents ever mention the New York Mets and their spending.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
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  • But for the practitioners who see mathematical truth as an end rather than a means, the consequences of this race are becoming harder and harder to predict.
    — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 6 Oct. 2026
  • One practical step for Miami consumers is to verify a practitioner’s active Florida license through the Florida Department of Health’s public lookup before booking.
    — Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
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  • As the second Cunningham rally raged outside the Moda Center, once again pitting women's sports advocates against pro-trans counter-protesters, WNBA coaches faced consequential questioning inside.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
  • So would Hilton at least be an advocate for undocumented immigrants?
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
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  • The two defendants in the Manchester case spoke in court through interpreters, only to confirm their names, dates of birth and addresses, PA reported.
    — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Most of the 400 to 800 diamonds found at the park annually weigh about a quarter of a carat, according to park interpreter Sarah Bivens.
    — LAURA TURBAY, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
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  • Other supporters argue that adding the ban to the Missouri Constitution would strengthen it.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Two vocal supporters of Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Xavier Becerra filed a formal campaign finance complaint against his rival, Steve Hilton, on Tuesday over the Republican campaign’s use of paid online promoters.
    — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of supporter
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  • In the leadership and care phase, your role is that of an advocator.
    — Rodney C. Adkins, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
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“Exponent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exponent. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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