exponents

noun

Definition of exponentsnext
plural of exponent
1
as in proponents
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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as in practitioners
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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  1. proponents
  2. practitioners
  3. supporters
Noun
  • Women and people of color are historically paid less than their white male counterparts, and proponents of the transparency practice say this would help mitigate that by making pay public.
    Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Despite these predictions, New York remains a very Democratic state, and energy proponents will no doubt still face an uphill battle in trying to change state policy.
    Daniel Markind, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of proponents
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  • Focus on metrics With the DEI pushback that will continue into 2025, many DEI practitioners will orient their work on metrics.
    Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This new season of DEI will include more of a focus on metrics and quantitative data, and practitioners will adjust and adapt to center metrics in their efforts.
    Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of practitioners
Noun
  • Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • At Wolves, Nuno would often be criticised by supporters for his reluctance to use his substitutes to make tactical tweaks during matches.
    Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of supporters
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